Nundah, QLD 4012

Nundah, a delicate blend of convenience, character and cafe culture

Nundah has transformed into one of Brisbanes most liveable inner-north suburbs right under our noses! It now offers a balance of connectivity, lifestyle and relative affordability compared to its more premium neighbours.

Nundah was once a suburb that carried some stigma, largely due to a higher concentration of social housing and elevated crime rates. However, it has since become highly desirable, with significant improvements in amenity, community appeal, and overall liveability.

As a Brisbane buyers agent, Nundah is a suburb I regularly recommend to clients who want proximity to the CBD, strong transport, and a walkable lifestyle, without paying the price tag of suburbs like Clayfield or Ascot.


OVERVIEW AND LOCATION

Located just 8 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, Nundah sits in a highly strategic position for both lifestyle and commuting.

Its surrounded by well-established suburbs like Wavell Heights, Clayfield and Kedron, and benefits from immediate access to major arterial roads, the Airport Link Tunnel, and Brisbane Airport.

Nundah has undergone significant change over the past decade. What was once considered a quieter, slightly overlooked suburb has evolved into a more vibrant, desirable pocketparticularly among younger buyers.

The buyer profile here typically includes:

Young professionals wanting proximity to the city

First home buyers entering the inner-ring market

Downsizers seeking low-maintenance living

Investors targeting strong rental demand


LIFESTYLE AND AMENITIES

Lifestyle is where Nundah really stands out.

The Nundah Village precinct has become the heart of the suburb, offering a growing mix of cafes, restaurants, bakeries and local services. Its one of those areas where you can grab a coffee, run errands and meet friends without needing to travel too far beyond your block!

While its not as polished or high-end as nearby lifestyle hubs, many locals prefer it for that reason. It feels more relaxed, less commercialised and genuinely community-driven.

Woolworths, gyms and specialty stores are within walking distance. Theres easy access to Westfield Chermside for larger retail needs and proximity to parks and green spaces for your daily dose of Vitamin Tree. Quick trips to the airport or CBD are also entirely possible!

See, Nundah is one of the few suburbs at this price point where a genuinely walkable lifestyle is achievable.


TRADE-OFFS TO CONSIDER

Nundahs growth and popularity come with some trade-offs.

Flooding is a factor to be aware of, if you remember the Toombul floods in 2022. Parts of Nundah, particularly lower-lying areas, have historically been impacted, so understanding flood maps and property-specific risk is essential.

Another consideration is aircraft noise. Due to its proximity to Brisbane Airport and flight paths, certain pockets experience regular overhead traffic. Some buyers adjust quickly, while others declare this a dealbreaker.

Theres also been a significant increase in unit and apartment development. While this has improved affordability and accessibility, it does mean:

Higher density in certain pockets

Increased competition for parking

Variability in build quality across complexes

Traffic congestion can also build along Sandgate Road and surrounding arterials during peak times.


TRANSPORT AND COMMUTE

The suburb is serviced by Nundah train station on the Shorncliffe line, providing quick and reliable access to the CBD. For many residents, commuting by train is faster and more convenient than driving.

Major roads, including Sandgate Road and the Airport Link Tunnel, make it easy to access the city, airport and surrounding suburbs.

Bus routes are also well established, giving residents multiple transport options.


SAFETY AND COMMUNITY FEEL

From both personal observation and client feedback, the suburb generally feels safe, especially in well-trafficked areas where there are always people around.

Like most inner-ring suburbs, there can be pockets that feel busier or less quiet at night, particularly near transport hubs or main roads. However, many streets just a few blocks back offer a much quieter, more residential feel.

The community is diverse and evolving, with a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals contributing to the suburbs developig character.


PROPERTY PRICES AND GROWTH

Nundah sits in an interesting position from a pricing perspective.

It offers a more accessible entry point into Brisbanes inner-north compared to neighbouring blue-chip suburbs, while still benefiting from proximity to key infrastructure and employment hubs.

Houses are more limited in supply and often command strong competition, particularly character homes or those on larger blocks.

Units and apartments make up a significant portion of the market, providing more affordable entry points but requiring careful selection due to differences in quality and long-term performance.

Growth in the area has been supported by:

Gentrification and lifestyle appeal

Transport infrastructure

Ongoing demand from both buyers and renters


PROPERTY SUPPLY AND COMPETITION

Nundah has a diverse housing mix, varying between character Queenslanders and post-war homes, to renovated homes and newer-style, high-density developments, to older, more tired apartment blocks.

Competition is strongest for:

Well-renovated homes in quieter streets

Boutique apartment blocks with solid construction

Properties within walking distance to Nundah Village or the train station

Newer high-density apartments can experience more variability in demand, particularly where supply is higher.


RENTAL DEMAND

Rental demand in Nundah is consistently strong, driven by its location and accessibility.

It appeals to:

Young professionals working in the CBD

Airport and healthcare workers

Couples and small families

Vacancy rates are typically low, and properties close to transport and amenities tend to lease quickly. Yields vary depending on property type and condition, with houses generally appealing to long-term investors focused on land value. Units can offer higher yield, but this needs to be weighed up against body corporate costs and long-term performance.

DEMOGRAPHICS AND VIBE

Nundah has a noticeable shift in demographic compared to outer suburbs.

Keep in mind that different pockets of Nundah can feel quite distinct. On the Wavell Heights side, youll find many multi-million-dollar character homes and high-quality new builds set along leafy, established streets, whereas areas east of the train line are generally zoned for higher density, with a greater mix of apartments and townhouses.

It skews younger, with a strong presence of professionals and renters, alongside a growing number of owner-occupiers moving into the area.

The suburb has a social, slightly eclectic feelnot overly polished, but lively and evolving.

Its the kind of place where youll see people taking a stroll down to the local coffee shop on a Saturday morning, locals using public transport daily, and a mix of old and new housing styles side by side.


SCHOOLS, CHILDCARE AND HEALTHCARE

Nundah is well positioned for access to education and healthcare.

There are several local schools and childcare options, with additional highly regarded schools in surrounding suburbs like Wavell Heights and Clayfield.

Healthcare access is strong, with nearby hospitals, medical centres and specialists within a short drive, including the new Chermside Health Hub.


FUTURE DEVELOPMENT

Nundahs transformation is ongoing rather than driven by one major project.

Continued investment in infrastructure, proximity to the airport, and its position within Brisbanes inner-north corridor all support long-term demand.

Further infill development is likely, particularly in areas already zoned for higher density, which will continue to shape the suburbs landscape.

The former Toombul Shopping Centre site has been progressing plans for a new, flood-resilient mixed-use precinct. Current proposals include a new retail centre as the first stage, with supporting residential, dining and public green space components, all designed around improved flood mitigation and elevated building design. While detailed designs and timelines are still being finalised, the intention is to re-establish Toombul as a modern neighbourhood hub rather than a traditional large-format shopping centre. In the heart of Nundah is the Danby Lane project, a new Art Deco-inspired 12-storey development delivering around 90+ apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space, reflecting the areas shift toward more urban-style living.


ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS

Buyers should pay close attention to:

Flood risk in certain pockets

Aircraft noise exposure depending on location

Building quality in newer apartment complexes

These factors vary significantly from street to street, making local knowledge particularly valuable when purchasing here.


WHO IT SUITS BEST

Nundah is best suited to:

Young professionals wanting proximity to the CBD

First home buyers entering the inner-ring market

Investors targeting strong rental demand

Downsizers seeking convenience and walkability

It may be less suited to buyers looking for:

Large blocks or low-density living

A quiet, suburban environment

Minimal noise or high privacy


FINAL THOUGHTS

Nundah has evolved into a well-connected, lifestyle-driven suburb that continues to attract a wide range of buyers.

Its combination of transport, amenities and relative affordability makes it one of the more accessible entry points into Brisbanes inner-north.

While aircraft noise, flooding and density are real considerations, for many buyers the convenience and lifestyle on offer outweigh these trade-offs.


Lauren Jones Director of Lauren Jones Buyers Agency Qualified Property Investment Advisor 0414 221 741

Nundah Village has so much potential: cute little village-style street sequestered from the nearby main road, quaint old store fronts lining it.... Word has it the rents are overly high which I presume is the reason it's currently populated mainly by cafes, gyms, massage and medical. Not that the cafes are bad, and there's the best little bar in town there at Fitz and Potts; but except for a cocktail or two at the latter, the village remains not really much of a destination. The strip used to be more worth a visit with a knick-knacks shop and a plant shop and a gelati outlet and (this one will mark me a bit older!) a tea house, which all attracted a more varied crowd. God knows who drinks all that coffee (though I understand some of it's good), but I bet if they're local workers they'd love to do incidental gift and personal shopping at lunch there too; and I'd certainly be happy to do the same on weekends, especially while Toombul's out of action. Seems like Nundah Village's big chance to turn into something; will it grab or squander it? A couple of notable other options are local (Italian restaurant, patisserie) but this sort of thing should be in the village and you'd have a street you wanted to be on. Suburb meantime enjoys convenient public transport options with two train stations, and is good for park-oriented recreation due to being on Kedron Park Brook.

This is a nice suburb, good public transport, schools, bikeways, good development in the CBD, great opportunities to find work. This is an ideal location for a young family
Thanks!
Steve Mac | House and Land Expert

Having previously lived in Teneriffe I moved to Nundah about 3.5 years ago and have loved the friendly, family orientated and safe atmosphere. During that time I have seen a lot of development occur around the Nundah Village area and a continued regeneration occur throughout the rest of the the suburb. If Council can ensure that the developments are well thought out and controlled within a certain defined area (with no exceptions), Nundah will remain a great place to live into the future.

We've lived in Nundah for two years and in that span of time have seen at number of mid-rises built with another 3 cranes in the sky at the moment, and a hole in the ground for another one. Recent train cuts mean that instead of Nundah being serviced by the Petrie, Caboolture and Shorncliffe service, it is now only serviced by Shorncliffe. The 7.14am train is 3 cars and standing room only.
There's little to no parking around the village, the gym has a huge membership base and no dedicated parking, this means that they spill out into the Woolworths car park which limits parking spaces for everyone else.
We've also noticed increased traffic and police cars patrolling.
In my opinion Nundah has grown too fast with insufficient planning and infrastructure.
On the plus side, it's close to the airport and has nbn (on one side of the train tracks only).

Over the last few years, Nundah has undergone major renovation from constructing cafes and gyms to improving other social services. The cafes have a good vibe but you need the money to afford these sorts of places. The nightlife is a serious ongoing issue that has never been resolved here in Nundah. For instance, the house next door got robbed twice very recently in the space of two months. Our house was also robbed and the burgalers stole everything in the house. We woke up this morning to find out car window smashed and shattered. I no longer feel safe in my own home at night. If you live here or are planning on living here, make sure to keep windows and doors locked. Otherwise I wouldn't recommend buying in this area.

I have lived in Nundah for quite a few years. Nundah used to have a great relaxed, almost "country town" vibe. Now the traffic is getting horrendous (putting Sydney to shame at times!). Trying to get a park anywhere near the train is almost impossible, so even though we are several blocks from the train, cars park in front of our house and over our driveway regularly, and they seem to be gone for the day (presumably on the train?). Getting a park even in Woolworths can be difficult at times! Parking for the shops can also be very difficult - people often park in Woolworths car park to go to the shops and gym, because there is no-where else to park. Also, with the many high rise buildings, there are just too many people everywhere and it is too crowded. On the plus side, there are now quite a few cafes etc to go to - if you have the money! The wonderful local fish-and-ship shop closed, and the many current cafes are expensive. It is very difficult to just get a lovely fresh sandwich, without exotic ingredients or names, at a reasonable price. So, it's a great convenient suburb it you don't want to park anywhere, if you like lots of traffic when you do have to drive, and if you have lots of money to eat out.

I've lived in nundah for about 15 years now, I've witnessed brawls, burgurly, graffiti offenders and robbery. In the afternoon it's friendly, everyone knows each other, but past 9:00pm you'd wanna be in your house safe with the doors and windows locked. Transport is fantastic with buses and trains. Local afl and rugby league sports teams. There's always a few bogans or eshays everyday though.

Lived here two years, I love the variety of shops with Toombul at your fingertips. Transport is excellent, with several train lines passing through both Nundah and Toombul stations you have trains every 15 minutes, or if you drive the Tunnel is very close by. Would suit fly-in fly-out workers with the airport very close. Walking tracks are abundant around town and along the creek, fisho's - don't expect to catch any edible fish in there =P. The last 6 months has seen an influx of high rise appearing in the CBD, some more food options finally starting to appear in the main street and prices are slowly creeping up in the area, I suspect as time goes by Nundah will probably be suited to above average income earners. Overall the suburb feels very safe, from what I heard it used to be a very different suburb only 2 to 3 years ago in terms of that, suspect price rise has contributed a lot to cleaning up the suburb so to speak.

Hello, I've lived in Bridge Street, Nundah for the past 12 yrs. I am so glad Lord Mayor Jim Soorely proceeded with Sandgate Road traffic diversion around Nundah shopping area, creating the fantastic street scape of the up and finally coming Nundah Village. My street has period homes and worker cottages which look great as most are now renovated. It is quiet street, very little traffic and only 250 metres nice and flat stroll to Nundah Train Station and the village. The new development of Circa Nundah will be complete in November this year, thank goodness! The specialty shops, cafes, gym, restaurants and even a spa are adding so much to this wonderful place to live. The old Royal Hotel in Station Street, has been completely renovated, my friend tells me the owners have very successful bars in New Farm, so they obviously see the potential of Nundah Village. I'm so glad they moved the pokies to a basement area around the back of the pub, so you don't even know they are there. I work in the city and the trains are so often especially at peak times and my hubby works at the airport, life is very easy indeed. Woolies is in the village, even the post office. Nundah an up and coming cool area, but don't tell anyone!

Wouldn't it be wonderful if we had a real estate crystal ball? Unfortunately for us, none of the fabulous boutique shops we have in Nundah Village have any working ones in stock at the moment. So for now, we have to look back at the recent past to help us assess the state of our local property market.

As there is a time lag of up to 12 weeks between when a property sale is completed and the details of that sale being publicly available (through information providers such as Pricefinder or RP Data), it is only at the end of March 2013 that we can safely say we have accurate data for 2012.

According to the data provided by RP Data, 2012 saw a total of 270 true residential sales in Nundah for the year. This is up from 243 sales in 2011, and similar to the level of 2010 at 277.

Analysis from RP Data shows a decline of 4.1% of the unit median sale price during 2012. The median sale price of a 2 bedroom unit in Nundah for 2012 was $338,500, while the highest sale price achieved for a unit was $540,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom and 2 garage apartment sold in October. Buyer activity in the unit marketplace has already increased with agents seeing multiple offers and strong quick results for sellers if the marketing and pricing strategy are right. In fact, based on the data received so far, the median price recorded for January 2013 for units is sitting at $388,000, and could be a sign of some recovery in this segment of the Nundah market.

For houses, the story in 2012 was considerably brighter. The median sale price for the year was $576,000, which was well above the Brisbane median of under $540,000. The annual report card shows our house median price increased by a staggering 9.1%, while many neighbouring suburbs had declines in their values. Nundah can be proud that we still have million dollar homes with our highest sale price of $1,075,000 achieved in April for a stunning 4 bedroom home on the hill with a pool on a reasonably modest 607sqm (24p) block.

It looks like the current and future redevelopment of Nundah Village is boding well for residential property owners in and around our wonderful evolving suburb.

We bought 3 years ago in Nundah for 4 reasons: the tunnel, which is now complete means the city os only 8 minutes away (6 k's); Circa Nundah will be completed in 2013 and change the entire landscape with cafes and restaurants; there a council urban renewal project currently underway for much of Nundah; the airport (and DFO) is extremely close yet the suburb isn't under a major flight path.

Nundah is a suburb that is full of working families and young professionals. It is divided by Sandgate Road and has many private and public schools and Toombul Shopping Centre.

Locals will have noticed that many houses have been developed into mid rise unit developments as the council have released the Toombul–Nundah Major Centre Local. This local plans allows certain part of the suburb to be developed into higher density dwellings much like Chermside.

As a local Real Estate agent the suburb is popular with all age groups and is affordable for first home buyers, young professional couples and families.

We moved to Nundah around 2 years ago following a few of our friends who had done so previously as our goal was to make a great investment. As a young couple, it was important for us to find an affordable property close to public transport, shops and the city. Nundah ticks all the boxes for us! Everything we need is in close proximity including our local doctor, dentist, grocery store and gym! We find that we rarely need to leave our suburb unless we want & we are excited to see the amount of restaurants and shops developing. Circa Nundah (http://www.circanundah.com.au/) is due for completion in 2012 which in our opinion will make Nundah the next Paddington!!! If you have not already done so, make the move!!!

- Conveniently located 5mins from Brisbane airport, but not within an aircraft flight path.
- Great shopping facilities in Nundah village and Toombul Shopping Centre.
- Excellent public transport, 14min train to CBD.
- Schools, parks, bikeways.

Lots of development going on with apartment complexes, restaurants and office space being built near Nundah Village.

Location is everything, and Nundah is looking like a perfect growth area to live in or invest.

My thoughts are that Nundah is so close to ALL types of transport, especially train and bus, it is a major source of information and direction for new retirees and their families, hop skip or jump to airport, Hamilton, Gateway, Toombul Shopping Town, Schools, Churches, Community Support Systems, Chermside Business District, Clayfield Business District, Hospitals, Recreational facilities such as Kalinga Park & it's walking tracks & parks designed for adolescents to play on their scateboards....... It really has been one of the very best suburbs especially since 1997 (with the proposed town plan changes) with many builders renovating unit blocks for Investors and First Home Buyers.........

My thoughts are that Nundah is so close to ALL types of transport, especially train and bus, it is a major source of information and direction for new retirees and their families, hop skip or jump to airport, Hamilton, Gateway, Toombul Shopping Town, Schools, Churches, Community Support Systems, Chermside Business District, Clayfield Business District, Hospitals, Recreational facilities such as Kalinga Park & it's walking tracks & parks designed for adolescents to play on their scateboards....... It really has been one of the very best suburbs especially since 1997 (with the proposed town plan changes) with many builders renovating unit blocks for Investors and First Home Buyers.........

Everything is here - schools, shops, transport.

Brilliant up-and-coming place to live. Excellent public transport, access to airport, major shopping centres, lovely local streets bound by major roads giving easy access in and out; but all within walking distance of a cosy village 'High Street'..

Get here people. If you're not already, then you're probably living at Paddington thinking that you're someone you're not..

I moved top Nundah as a 15 year old, before the tunnel. As a young adult, I can't remember much other than the gridlock at the local shops. I also recall that my parents moved to Nundah as Clayfield and Ascot was too expensive. I then bought a little house in Nundah, but when I married, was lured to the outer suburbs by bigger houses and bigger blocks. So we sold up. We never felt comfortable further out so have bought back in at Nundah. I didnt realise how great Nundah is until I moved away. Proximity to everything, sense of community, great local shops. We now live in a tiny cottage with two kids, and I wouldnt swap it for anything. Our lifestyle is pretty much perfect here, we have everything that we need. The only thing that bothers me a little is security at nightime, I dont walk at night around here, just a gut feeling. Can't wait for the Circa development. So much history if you go looking. Some great emerging shops at Nundah village and a great annual fair. Our street is very friendly and has a very broad mix of people. It's not homogenous and I hope it never becomes that way. Love it, love it, and so happy to be back!

I moved into Nundah in 1998 as a newlywed. I have seen the suburb grow from a cosy suburb with centerlink, tattoo shop, tab and St Vinnies full of low cost rental to a cosmopolitan neighbourhood full of young families and a cafe strip. I now have a family with two young children and the dancing groups and sporting clubs are numerous. Unlike others I am mostly for the progress the suburb has seen although I think that they are trying to put too many unit blocks in around the Toombul end of the suburb.

It has many small parks, wide quite streets, and is overall a leafy suburb that has access to two train stations and many bus stops throughout. The cafes and coffee shops are of good quality. I agree that the pubs need work but that will happen with the proposed developement. The Faux Queenslanders mentioned in another comment is due to the council planning requirement to keep with the timber and tin theme in line with the many origional queenslanders that are present in the neighbourhood. Love it Love it.

I love that everything you need is at your doorstep. We lived in Garfield Street which is off the main roads but still close to everything by foot. You can duck over to the local Woolworths or for more variety you can venture a kilometre down the road to Centro Toombul. In Nundah Village there are plenty of little cafes, restaurants, schools and medical facilities. Play areas and parks for the kids are easily accesible, and public transport makes heading in and out of the city a breeze. Also, with the new access roads going in at the Toombul/Clayfield boundary, you can access the Gateway motorway in a matter of minutes. Houses and units less than 10km from the centre of Brisbane are still affordable for the average home buyer. If you work in town but like to get away from the craziness of the city at the end of the day, Nundah is a perfect spot.

I moved to Nundah 3 years ago and love it. It is such a practical place to live with access to the Gateway, Bruce Highway, City and the Airport. It takes me 20 mins in the morning at 700hrs to get to work if I drive. I think it is like 15mins to the city on the train. 10min drive to the airport. When the airport link is in it will take 6 mins to get into the city and the tunnel goes right accross to the South Side.

Leafy suburb with Kallinga Park around the corner and Shaw road. I take my dog and kids for walks along the brook and have always found everyone friendly and courteous.

The resteraunts are great. Hello India does a lovely curry. My wife and I pop into Jordan for a wine and a light bite. Jam does fantastic breakfasts and Matt is always friendly. The C word has wonderful bagels that you can grab if you are in a rush. There are some cool little botique shops around.

To top it all off the guys who built James Street and the barracks are developing the industrial looking area by the train station. Check out the website www.circanundah.com.au.

Now for something negative -

The pubs need to be renovated. I have been in there for a couple of beers and was not impressed. I think once that area is developed it will have some nice pubs,

I have lived at Nundah for over 11 years, in 3 different areas of this suburb. When I first moved here it was fairly quiet, with great access to shops, the relaxing local pubs and fantastic regular buses and trains. Over the last decade the community spirit of this area has given way to modern cafes, apartment blocks which obscure the lovely views and peak hour traffic congestion. The older homes steeped in character, are moved to make way for multi-unit complexes. Toombul shopping centre which was the hub of Nundah shopping, has lost it's status due to the Woolworths established in the heart of Nundah. An overpass had been built so rush hour traffic could pass through this suburb without affecting the main precinct, and maintaining the laid back feel. Since Woolworths has come, it has drawn traffic back into local streets and causes gridlock at peak times and on Thursday nights. One of the 2 local pubs was upgraded, and lost it's comfort which was replaced with martini nights, a mini night club and drunken brawls. The other local pub is a haven for violence and it has been common to see people being ejected for physical abuse. This is a high crime suburb, though it often happens at night. Train stations are not safe after dusk. Some rent prices have increased by 70% in less than 6yrs, and more. The push to "upgrade" Nundah to be more of a yuppie area, with swanky cafes to attract the young and social, masses of new apartment blocks and the Woolworths, seems to have taken away the relaxed atmosphere and made way for a more rushed lifestyle with little thought for our neighbours or neighbourhood. A decade ago I loved this area, now almost everyone I have known here has moved away. I will be doing the same.

In the past i did not care much for the north side of brisbane although now you see people renovating old workers cottages of homesteads and bringing them back to life. It will be interesting to see what happens suburbs like Nundah over the coming years.

The Nundah of my childhood was a sleepy, peaceful outer Brisbane suburb thats best asset was the train line straight to the city. In recent years the yuppies have spread from inner suburbs to what used to be classed as outer ones like Nundah. The prewar fibros are increasingly being replaced with faux Queenslanders and spruced up workers cottages. It is incredibly convenient though for commuting to the city and the proximity to Toombal shopping centre makes it a drawcard for many young families. There are some nice little cafes and restaurants too.