Birkdale and Thorneside: A great place for families

Birkdale and Thorneside are bayside suburbs 20 kilometres east of the CBD, 20 minutes to the airport with its closest suburb being Wellington Point.

Birkdale has a bustling friendly atmosphere where the water and seaside are enjoyed to the fullest by locals. There is great access to fishing, boating and various water sports. 

Both suburbs offer a beautiful lifestyle for bringing up your children with water activities, numerous parks, bike paths, walkways and a friendly neighbourhood.

Birkdale is known for its schooling. The well known Birkdale South and Birkdale State Schools have active P&C associations. Mary Mackillop and Redlands College are known nationally. 

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Birkdale offers peace and tranquility, yet is close to all amenities. It caters for everyone – families, retirees, investors, young and old. 

Birkdale offers plenty of diversity with St James Park acreage estate only 15 minutes to the water’s edge and Thorneside rail station.

Birkdale has its own shopping centre, Birkdale Fair. Fabulous restaurants including the new Ginger and Lime Café and the Brew House with new cafes and eateries currently underway due to the demand. 

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or a coffee at the Unico Café right opposite Beth Boyd Park. The park has plenty of activities for children and there is a white sandy beach for swimming. 

From Beth Boyd Park walk along the Esplanade to Thorneside. It’s a relaxing 30 minute walk or a 10 minute run.

Thorneside is a hidden gem and is turning into a gold star performer.

Once dominated by fisherman shacks and budget accommodation, it’s turning around with 11.5 per cent increase in values for the year. 

Thorneside is on demand as it is right on the water with plenty of parks, beautiful village atmosphere, recreational activities.

- Debbie Ward, LJ Hooker Birkdale