Please note - Due to the holiday season, builders and developers may be slower than usual in responding to any queries Close

Suburb Property Profile: Narangba, QLD 4504

Narangba is a town and suburb in the Moreton Bay Region of Queensland and is located 34km north of Brisbane. The name is said to have originated from an Aboriginal word meaning “small ridge”. Originally a rural area, Narangba has since been redeveloped as a residential suburb on the outskirts of the Brisbane metropolitan area. Here’s our guide to the area.

narangba suburb profile

Image: Visit Moreton Bay Region

Demographics

As of the 2016 census, 18,573 people reside in this suburb. The demographic composition consists of established families, young couples and retirees. Most residents work full-time, with the most common occupations being technicians and trades workers (17.1%), administrative workers (16.4%) and professionals (15.7%). Narangba has been expanding thanks to the implementation of an award-winning Developmental Control Plan which is attracting high residential interest.

Transportation

The suburb is a 40-minute drive from both Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, making these cities major employment hubs for the suburb’s residents. Rail transport is available from the local train station. Trains departing from the Narangba Railway Station can take residents to major cities such as Brisbane, Ipswich and the Sunshine Coast. Residents are also served by the 663 and 668 bus lines, which take residents throughout the suburb and surrounding areas.

narangba suburb profile

Image: Playscape Creations

The School Run

Primary school options include the Narangba State School, Jinibara State School and Narangba Valley State School. The local secondary school is the Narangba Valley State High School. A new Catholic school is planned for opening in 2025. Whilst the areas surrounding are home to a healthy selection of specialised trade schools, the nearest universities are in Brisbane and include reputable universities such as the University of Queensland and Griffith University.

Shopping For The Family

There is an abundance of shopping options in Narangba and its surrounding areas. Its own shopping centre is the Narangba Valley Shopping Centre, which houses supermarkets, dining options and a few retail outlets. However, Westfield North Lakes, a larger shopping centre, is a short 10-minute drive away. As the suburb and it’s surrounding areas are still expanding, there are talks of more shopping facilities being built in the future.

Image: Api.com.au

Local Amenities

Thanks to a large number of open spaces, Narangba is home to a variety of community events and activities. These events include but are not limited to masterclasses, local festivals and events of goodwill. The suburb is also home to a number of parks located along the Burpengary Creek, which gives local residents access to the local environment.

Looking to build a new home in Narangba?

Get in touch with our team on 1800 184 284 or book a call for free, expert advice on building the home that’s right for you.

iBuildnew Advisory Team
Let us do the legwork for you.
  • We’ll ask the right questions to better understand your needs
  • We’ll create a recommended shortlist ideally matched to you
  • We’ll answer specific questions or concerns related to home building, land purchasing or financing

Grace Wang

Grace is a recent graduate of Monash University, where she studied Arts and Science. She is a property, architecture and interior design enthusiast.

About

iBuildNew is the market leading aggregator dedicated to residential home construction and land development. As an independent platform, iBuildNew helps Australians identify and compare new home designs, house and land packages and land estates. It’s the smart way home buyers, who are considering a new build, can find the ideal options to match their individual needs. Home building is a big decision, we make sure you get it right.

You may also like

May 17, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Canning Vale WA 6155

Located in Perth, the southern suburb of Canning Vale is a hidden gem just 16km from th...
Read More
May 14, 2018

Best Areas To Invest In Property In NSW

So you have a yearning to invest in the New South Wales property market in some capacit...
Read More
Aug 29, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Fraser Rise, VIC 3336

The suburb of Fraser Rise is a growing community that is situated around 35km north-wes...
Read More
Sep 17, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Baldivis, WA 6171

Located forty-six kilometres south of the Perth CBD, Baldivis showcases the best of Aus...
Read More
Aug 21, 2019

Estate Profile: Redlands – Werribee, VIC

With impeccable town planning paired alongside a strong focus on sustainable living, Re...
Read More
Jan 30, 2020

Suburb Property Profile: Burnside, SA 3023

Located just 7.5km outside of Adelaide’s bustling CBD is quiet, leafy Burnside. This pr...
Read More
Jun 30, 2020

Suburb Property Profile: Madora Bay, WA 6210

Madora Beach Estate was first established in 1960, with the name initially deriving fro...
Read More
Sep 20, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Mandurah, WA 6210

Located on the south-west coast of Western Australia, approximately 72km from Perth sit...
Read More
May 10, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Point Cook VIC 3030

Point Cook is a progressive suburb at the City of Wyndham that is best known for its Co...
Read More
May 10, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Mawson Lakes SA 5095

Located a mere 28 minutes from the CBD of Adelaide, and 20 minutes to Adelaide airport,...
Read More
May 24, 2019

Growth Areas to Look at: Toowoomba

Fresh highland breezes, arresting Federation-style architecture, lush parklands, galler...
Read More
May 27, 2019

Suburb Profile: Spring Farm NSW 2570

Within the state of New South Wales, Spring Farm is a very progressive suburb that is b...
Read More
Aug 28, 2019

Suburb Profile: Mount Barker, SA

Situated in South Australia, Mount Barker is a beautiful region nestled within the hear...
Read More
Feb 27, 2018

Cheap land for sale in QLD

With increasing interstate interest in land for sale in Brisbane and across Queensland,...
Read More
Oct 09, 2019

Suburb Profile: Morphett Vale, SA 5162

Taking its name from South Australian pioneer, landowner and politician John Morphett, ...
Read More
Oct 08, 2019

Titled Lots VS Untitled Lots: What Are The Pros And ...

As a homebuyer and when buying a block of land, it can be confusing and overwhelming wh...
Read More
May 09, 2018

Growth Areas To Look At: Campbelltown

Campbelltown is a suburb in the metropolitan region of Sydney, New South Wales. It is l...
Read More
Aug 22, 2019

Suburb Profile: Northgate, South Australia

The South Australia suburb of Northgate is situated just 12km north-east of Adelaide’s ...
Read More
Aug 12, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Midvale WA 6056

Forming part of the City of Swan and the Shire of Mundaring, Midvale is a Western Austr...
Read More
Aug 30, 2019

Suburb Profile: Tarneit, VIC 3029

Once a thriving farmland area with a volcanic history, today Tarneit is a spacious plac...
Read More
Mar 13, 2018

Growth Areas to Look at: Armstrong Creek

Your search to find your next investment in the heart of Geelong has finally come to an...
Read More
May 28, 2019

Suburb Profile: Blakeview SA 5114

Only gazetted as a suburb in 1990, Blakeview has rapidly developed into a thriving resi...
Read More
Oct 07, 2019

Suburb Property Profile: Killara, NSW 2071

Taking its name from an Aboriginal word meaning always there or permanent, Killara is a...
Read More
Jul 24, 2019

Suburb Profile: Helensvale

In Queensland, the suburb of Helensvale is located around 65 km south-east from Brisban...
Read More

Get more from

Browse New House Designs