Northern Fringe

The Northern Fringe is a predominantly commercial/retail area, just outside Brisbane’s CBD. Incorporating Nundah, Albion, Newstead, Fortitude Valley, Bowen Hills and Clayfield, the precinct has evolved into a dynamic, transit-orientated business location.

Now a premier commercial hub, The Northern Fringe is attracting increasing numbers of commercial developments as companies move away from the CBD. It has experienced exceptional growth, with more anticipated.

Business Benefits

• Close proximity to Brisbane’s CBD.
• Dynamic area, with a focus on shopping, restaurants, clubs, adult entertainment.
• One of the most popular precincts in the city.
• Excellent exposure to traffic (pedestrian and vehicle), with direct access to public transport.
• Short distance to Brisbane airport.

Suburb Summary

Nundah
About 8km from CBD. Mixed-density residential, with some light industry. Commercial retail area concentrated on Sandgate Road (restaurants, cafes and other commercial enterprises). Village atmosphere.

Albion
About 5 km from CBD. One of Brisbane’s elite suburbs. Features restaurants, cafes. Landmarks include Breakfast Creek, TAB building and 'The Trots' (Albion Park Paceway).

Newstead
About 3km from CBD. One of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs. Riverside suburb, north-west portion predominantly commercial. Known for trendy cafes, restaurants, upmarket studio apartments and renovated older homes with well-established gardens.

Fortitude Valley
Known as "The Valley". Just over 1km from CBD. Popular nightlife hub known for shopping, dining and nightlife.

Bowen Hills
About 3km from CBD. An eclectic mix of businesses and services. Light industry includes the Mayne Rail Yards. Home of the Ekka (Royal Queensland Show).

Clayfield
About 7km from the CBD. One of Brisbane’s most prestigious suburbs. Bordered to the north by Nundah, south by Albion.