If you’re considering where to spend your retirement years, location plays a defining role in shaping your lifestyle. Introducing to you, the inner-city suburb of Nundah, a highly accessible, modest residential pocket known for its balance of convenience, comfort, and community living.
In this guide, we’ll explore the key lifestyle factors that make retiring in Nundah increasingly popular amongst retirees, from accessibility and amenities to community feel and everyday liveability.
Where is Nundah? An Overview
Nundah is a thriving inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located just 9-10km from the Brisbane CBD and covering an area of just under 4km2. It’s also worth noting that, as of the 2021 census, it has a population of just over 13,000, a modest increase from approximately 12,100 in 2016.
It is known for its vibrant yet laid-back inner-city lifestyle and is incredibly well-connected thanks to its integrated public transport system and proximity to a range of amenities and health and support services, all of which we’ll discuss in more detail below.
Why Retire in Nundah?
There are countless reasons why retiring in Nundah is a smart move, including its unmatched connectivity, safe and secure environment, community-mindedness, and proximity to a range of services, just to name a few.
Unmatched Connectivity
Retirement living in Nundah doesn’t have to mean losing your independence or relying on a car, because Nundah’s connectivity is one of its defining features, offering residents an incredibly walkable urban lifestyle and a well-integrated transport network that links residents seamlessly to suburbs across Greater Brisbane.
At the heart of Nundah’s public transport systems are the Nundah and Toombul train stations. From each station, commuters have direct access to dozens of major suburban areas across Greater Brisbane with key rail connections including:
- Caboolture/Sunshine Coast and Ipswich/Rosewood lines
- Redcliffe Peninsula and Springfield lines
- Shorncliffe and Cleveland lines
Complementing Nundah’s robust rail network is the Toombul Bus Interchange (Stop 32), a major transit hub that solidifies the suburb’s connectivity. With 17 different bus routes operating from this single location, residents enjoy effortless travel in every direction, whether heading north toward Bald Hills, south to the CBD, or navigating cross-town to the east and west.
In addition to its excellent public transport connectivity, Nundah is also incredibly walkable, with essential services, transport options, shops, and amenities located within easy walking distance of its residential areas. As a result, residents can complete most daily errands and commute without needing a car.
Safe & Secure
One of the features seniors consider when analysing different retirement locations is safety and perceived security, as they have higher levels of fear of crime than the general population, according to the Australian Institute of Criminology.
Fortunately, Nundah and its surrounding suburbs, Kalinga, Wavell Heights, and Northgate, are considered to have relatively low crime rates, according to RedSuburbs and The Queensland Police Service’s Online Crime Map, with each area maintaining a crime rank below 20 (out of 100). This contrasts with suburbs like Fortitude Valley and Herston, which have crime ranks of 100/100 and 61/100, respectively (the higher the rank, the more crime-prone the area).
Thriving, Active, Outdoor Lifestyle
Retirement living in Nundah offers its residents an incredibly active, community-minded lifestyle. Its strong cafe and restaurant culture plays a huge role in this, fostering endless daily opportunities for social connection over delicious food and drink. This sense of community is further strengthened by local events such as the Nundah Festival every September, which transforms the village into a hub of live music, art shows, and local stalls, bringing together residents of all ages.
Beyond this, there are several green areas throughout the suburb ideal for recreation and relaxation, including Boyd Park and Albert Bishop Park. Both also offer beautiful outdoor picnic spots, free exercise facilities, and expansive green spaces, perfect for playing with the grandkids. The nearby Kedron Brook corridor also offers kilometres of walking trails and bike paths, making it ideal for retirees who enjoy staying active or simply spending time outdoors.
Close Proximity to Shops & Amenities
Nundah benefits from excellent access to a wide range of shopping and everyday amenities, making day-to-day living highly convenient for residents.
At the centre of the suburb is Nundah Village, a vibrant local precinct that offers cafés, restaurants, boutique retailers, and essential services all within a compact, walkable hub. For those who have more extensive retail needs, residents are only a short drive or public transport trip away from Westfield Chermside and DFO, providing access to major retail, fashion, dining, and entertainment options beyond the local village precinct.
The suburb’s social appeal extends into the weekend with effortless access to some of Brisbane’s best lifestyle markets. You can start your Sunday with a short stroll to the Nundah Farmers Markets to pick up artisanal bread and fresh produce, or take a quick 10-minute drive to the Eagle Farm Markets for a gourmet brekky. For evening entertainment, the world-famous Eat Street Northshore is less than 15 minutes away, offering a vibrant mix of international street food and live music every Friday through Sunday.
Close Proximity to Health & Support Services
Situated in the inner northern part of the city, Nundah is well-placed for convenient access to a wide range of healthcare and support services.
Several major public and private hospitals are located all within a 10-minute drive from Nundah, including the Prince Charles Hospital, St Vincent’s Private Hospital, North West Private Hospital and the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, just to name a few.
More than this, the suburb itself is home to numerous primary care practices and allied health clinics. This combination of world-class hospital clinics, GP clinics, and specialists means residents have a comprehensive healthcare network right on their doorstep at every stage of life.
Make the Most of Your Retirement at The Village in Nundah
At The Village Retirement Group, we’re all about helping residents make their retirement years the best of their lives. That’s why we’ve created The Village Nundah, thoughtfully designed with a range of modern amenities, services, and social spaces, so you have everything you need to live your dream retirement lifestyle, whatever that may look like.
For those who enjoy staying active, a fully equipped gym, indoor heated swimming pool, walking circuit and outdoor bowling green offer plenty of ways to keep moving and feeling your best. When it’s time to relax or connect with others, a welcoming café and restaurant, club lounge, cinema, and library provide the perfect setting to socialise and unwind.
If you’re considering retiring in Nundah, explore The Village Nundah and experience a community where everything has been designed to support the way you want to live, active, social, relaxed, and completely your own.
Contact our sales manager, Ric, on 0448 844 388 or [email protected] today to find out more about life at The Village Nundah.
