Brisbane Western Suburbs

Indooroopilly, St Lucia and Taringa

Of all of Brisbane, the inner west is perhaps the greenest. Its myriad parks and open spaces, dotted with gums, are a haven for the flashing rainbow parakeets, cockatoos, and all manner of wildlife down to the cheeky scrub turkeys often seen strolling the streets. In October the view from the many hilltops presents a purple haze thrown from hundreds of jacarandas.

Distance from CBD: 7 km

 

Chapel Hill, Fig Tree Pocket, Kenmore and Kenmore Hills

The affluent western suburbs of Chapel Hill, Fig Tree Pocket, Kenmore and Kenmore Hills lie between Mt Coot-tha and the Brisbane River. An attractive, established and traditional family area, these suburbs benefit from easy access to the CBD via the Centenary Hwy or along Coronation Dr.

Distance from CBD: 11 km

 

Bellbowrie and Moggill

These country-style communities south-west of the city have stunning acreage homesteads and are ideally located alongside the Brisbane River. Bellbowrie is the central hub for surrounding rural areas as it offers suburban infrastructure such as the Bellbowrie Shopping Plaza, parks and sporting facilities. Being within reasonable commuting distance of the CBD, the area attracts many city professionals.

Distance from CBD: 21 km

 

Anstead, Brookfield, Pinjarra Hills and Pullenvale

These prestige areas are characterised by rural-residential properties and the wide-open spaces provide room for a quieter, laid-back lifestyle. With the Brisbane River as a border, impressive homesteads have bushland appeal. Although there are no major retail outlets or infrastructure, there is easy access to facilities in the neighbouring residential suburbs of Bellbowrie and Kenmore.

Distance from CBD: 15 km