<span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Brunswick: Inner-North Melbourne </b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Located just 4–6 kilometres north of Melbourne’s CBD, Brunswick is one of the city’s most culturally diverse and vibrant inner-city suburbs, renowned for its mix of heritage charm, modern development, and strong community identity. With its creative energy, multicultural dining scene, and eclectic retail offerings, Brunswick appeals to a wide demographic, including students, professionals, families, and long-term residents.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Demographics &amp; Population</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick has a population of approximately 28,000 residents, with a median age of 33, highlighting its appeal to a younger, urban crowd. The area is home to a significant number of students and academics, due in part to its proximity to the University of Melbourne and RMIT University.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">The suburb is also noted for its high level of cultural diversity, with residents from Italian, Greek, Lebanese, and increasingly Asian and African backgrounds, contributing to its rich culinary and cultural offerings.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Property &amp; Investment Appeal</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick has seen steady capital growth over the past decade due to its desirability, gentrification, and ongoing infrastructure improvements. The median house price sits around $1.33 million, while median unit prices are approximately $600,000, reflecting the area’s strong residential demand. For investors, Brunswick offers a mix of period homes, new townhouses, and apartment developments, making it suitable for both long-term capital appreciation and solid rental yields.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Retail &amp; Hospitality</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">The suburb is anchored by Sydney Road, one of Melbourne’s longest and most dynamic retail strips, home to a mix of boutique fashion stores, international eateries, bars, live music venues, and essential services. Nearby Lygon Street (extending from Carlton) also contributes to the suburb’s vibrant food culture, particularly for Italian cuisine.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick is widely regarded as one of Melbourne’s coffee and bar capitals, with iconic venues like A1 Bakery, Wide Open Road, Howler, and The Penny Black drawing locals and tourists alike.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Transport &amp; Connectivity</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick is exceptionally well connected:</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Three train stations (Jewell, Brunswick, and Anstey) on the Upfield line provide direct access to the CBD in under 20 minutes.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Tram routes 19, 1 and 6 traverse the suburb, offering extensive north-south and east-west connectivity.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• The Upfield Bike Path and pedestrian-friendly streets support Brunswick’s reputation as a cycling suburb, aligning with its environmentally conscious demographic.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Education &amp; Amenities</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">The suburb is serviced by a range of public and private schools, including Brunswick Secondary College, Brunswick East Primary School, and Sydney Road Community School. Proximity to tertiary institutions and research facilities further enhances its appeal to students and academics.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Future Growth &amp; Development</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick is undergoing significant urban renewal, with the Brunswick Activity Centre and multiple mixed-use residential-commercial projects either under development or recently completed. The suburb is also a focus of the Moreland City Council’s planning strategy, which aims to increase housing density near transport corridors while maintaining heritage and green space.</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Key Highlights for Investors</b></span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Proximity to Melbourne CBD (4–6 km)</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Strong rental demand, especially among students, creatives, and professionals</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Established cultural and commercial precincts</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Continued gentrification and infrastructure investment</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">• Low vacancy rates and diverse property types</span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><br><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Brunswick offers a compelling investment opportunity in a location that combines inner-city access, community vibrancy, and long-term growth. Its </span><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>thriving retail and hospitality </b></span>

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