Coorparoo

Postcode: 4151 | Distance to CBD: 4 km

Welcome to Coorparoo

Coorparoo, named after the aboriginal word Kulpurum for Norman Creek is one of Brisbane's older suburbs with many historic buildings still in existence.

Since its beginnings Coorparoo has always been well served by public transport, has a number of major shops along Old Cleveland Road and is close to many schools and churches, including the historic Coorparoo Uniting Church on the corner of Cavendish Road and York Streets.

Statistics

Coorparoo is about 4km from Brisbane’s CBD. Over 42% of households in this area are comprised of couples without children, and 36% are couples with children. Stand alone houses account for nearly 50% of dwellings in this area, and units account for a further 46%. There are a large number of medium density unit complexes as well as renovated houses in this area.

Local Events

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Eating and drinking: There are plenty of great dining options in and around Coorparoo. If you’re looking for a local café, take-away, pub or restaurant you’ll find it here.
Shopping: Old Cleveland Road has a great shopping district that includes a Coles supermarket. Greenslopes Shopping Centre on Logan Road is also close by.
Education: If you're looking for playgroups, childcare, kindergartens or schools in this area, you'll find them here.
Leisure: Check out this section for things to do in your spare time. There's sport, leisure activities, local events and more.

Pauline says: Its gracious old homes, the hills with magnificent views, the parklands and common, pleasant walking tracks, an interesting variety of shops and restaurants, many glorious churches, many wonderful educational facilities, proximity to city, many happy elderly people as well as bouncing babies, great climate, large stately trees and colourful gardens, its fertile soil, sporting facilities.

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REIQ Profile

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