What It’s Like To Live In HAWTHORNE
Purchased in Hawthorne’s neighbouring suburb, Bulimba for local clients.
HAWTHORNE SUBURB PROFILE.
General Overview
The Brisbane inner city suburb of Hawthorne sits around 7km south of Brisbane CBD and is considered one of the most family friendly of the riverside suburbs in Brisbane. Covering approximately 1.6 square kilometres, Hawthorne is known for its beautiful parks and green space, coupled with riverside aspect which set the scene for the perfect family lifestyle. The famous Hawthorne Garage is a local landmark where residents gather for a casual coffee or gourmet grocery shop. Most people living in Hawthorne are owner-occupiers and it is professional families who predominantly choose Hawthorne as home.
Hawthorne Lifestyle
There are 3 main community parks in Hawthorne – Hawthorne Park / Jack Esplen Oval, Hardcastle Park (located along the Brisbane River) and Barton Road Pocket Park. All parks offer kids play equipment, BBQ facilities, and shaded areas. Hawthorne residents have the luxury of enjoying plenty of green space as well as easy access to walking paths along the Brisbane River and city cat services to and from the CBD from Hawthorne ferry terminal. The cafe and dining strips along Hawthorne Road and Riding Road offer a delectable choice of coffee, brunch stops, and restaurants, serving up a range of international cuisine from Marinara Italian to Downtown Istanbul Turkish. There is even a local Cinema.
Hawthorne Is Best Known For
Families. Parks. Hawthorne Garage. Hawthorne Park and Jack Esplen Oval. Riverside. Lifestyle. Cafes and shops along Riding Road and Hawthorne Road.
Popular Schools In Hawthorne
Lourdes Hill College – a Catholic school for girls located on the Brisbane River.
Public Transport
City cat / ferry. Uber. Bus.
Distance To CBD
6-7km (approx)
Quickest Commute To CBD
Citycat / ferry from Hawthorne ferry terminal.
Hawthorne Demographics
*Who Lives in Hawthorne? The predominant age group in Hawthorne is 40 – 49 years. Households are primarily couples with children.
Why Residents Love Hawthorne
The village-vibe / greenspace (parks) and the cafe river lifestyle / the character homes / Hawthorne Garage / Lourdes Hill College / ferry access to the CBD.
Popular Online Community Groups In Hawthorne
Mums of Bulimba, Hawthorne & Surround Social Group (Facebook)
Balmoral & Hawthorne Community (Facebook)
Bulimba, Balmoral, Hawthorne & Morningside Local Group (Facebook)
Hawthorne Community Page (Facebook)
Things Only The Locals Know About Hawthorne
Hawthorne residents have come to know there is “one way in, one way out” when it comes to the commute in and out of Hawthorne. The drive into Brisbane city via Wynnum Road can be incredibly slow during peak hour times (school pick-up and business rush-hour).
Cons Of Living In Hawthorne
The flightpath – (which covers most of Hawthorne). Flooding – a large part of Hawthorne is low-laying and can be impacted during flood times. This is why family homes that are on higher ground are more in-demand and attract premium sale prices because they are scarce. A large number of homes in Hawthorne fall under council’s character overlay which means there are heavy restrictions on how they can be renovated.
How Much Will I Need To Buy A Home In Hawthorne
$800,000 + for an entry-level unit.
$1.5M + for an entry-level house.
$2M – $3M + for an average family home.
$6M + for a riverfront home.
Properties You'll Find In Hawthorne
70’s and 80’s three-storey walk up brick apartment complexes. Queenslanders. Modern architectural homes. Riverfront residences.
Recent Developments Around Hawthorne
Re-development of the Riverbend Books site on Oxford Street, Bulimba.
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Hawthorne Garage is an iconic hangout for locals.
