West End (Townsville - Qld)
QLD 4101 • Queensland
About West End (Townsville - Qld)
West End is a vibrant inner-city suburb located approximately 2 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD, sitting within the Brisbane City Council local government area on the south bank of the Brisbane River. With a population of around 3,891 residents, it is one of Brisbane's most densely settled and culturally diverse inner suburbs, attracting a mix of students, artists, young professionals, and long-time locals. The suburb's compact 3 square kilometre footprint encompasses a rich mix of heritage Queenslander homes, modern apartments, and renovated terrace houses.
West End is renowned for its bohemian character, multicultural dining scene, and independent retail strip along Boundary Street, which buzzes with cafés, bars, and weekend markets. Davies Park hosts a popular Saturday Farmers' Market, and the suburb is well-served by city buses running directly into the CBD. Green spaces including Musgrave Park and proximity to South Bank Parklands make West End a highly walkable and liveable community with a strong sense of neighbourhood identity.
West End (Townsville - Qld) falls under postcode 4101 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Brisbane electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 192, 196, 199 — Brisbane CBD (King George Square) 10-15 min
- Route 60 — Garden City / Woolloongabba 15-25 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Excellent bus frequency; cycleway access via Go Between Bridge and Victoria Bridge
Daily errands, dining, and shopping can easily be done on foot along the Boundary Street and Grey Street strips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17 Graham Street
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82 Stephens Road
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150 Vulture Street
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405 Montague Road
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24 Vulture Street