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Leafy, boutique, brunch culture, local charm

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Paddington, Brisbane

Brisbane's Paddington is a charming hilltop suburb with a vibrant café and boutique retail strip along Given Terrace and Latrobe Terrace. Gentrified Queenslanders house affluent professionals who support quality local businesses.

Population
~7,000
Avg Income
$85,000
Foot Traffic
Moderate
Parking
Moderate
Rent Range
$2,500–$6,000/month

Demand by Business Type

How well does Paddington suit each type of business?

Cafes
RECOMMENDED
87/100
Restaurants
RECOMMENDED
82/100
Retail
RECOMMENDED
84/100
Gyms
68/100
Takeaway
62/100

Market Insight

Paddington rewards quality with intense loyalty. The community actively supports local over chain businesses. Weekend brunch trade is particularly strong. Lower volumes than New Farm but higher margins due to premium pricing tolerance.

— Locatalyze Market Analysis

Top Commercial Streets

Given Terrace
Latrobe Terrace
Enoggera Terrace

Nearby Traffic Drivers

Suncorp Stadium (Lang Park)
Rosalie Village
Milton corridor

Best suited for

Business types with strong opportunity in Paddington

Cafes Retail Restaurants

Tougher market

Takeaway Gyms

Who shops here

Affluent professionals, young families, boutique shoppers
Suburb Vibe
Leafy, boutique, brunch culture, local charm

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