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If you are fortunate enough to buy or lease a converted warehouse on Annie, you will have hit the jackpot! There are several workshops on this street that are undergoing uber-trendy residential transformations. It is a fairly busy street during business hours as there are a lot of businesses including mechanics workshops and factories here consequently traffic is constant and quite noisy as it if often trucks and heavy machinery. Ample street parking. Most facilities are nearby and walking distance. The location itself is just fantastic and is what will have you sold as it is within walking distance to the Newcastle CBD, nearby port and moments from the bustling Hamilton. Wickham enjoys very healthy returns thanks to this CBD proximity. Only major downfall I experience was a rodent infestation. I would not recommend this area for young families (bear in mind this is moments from Islington which has earned itself quite a reputation over the years) but this would be ideal for professional singles and/or couples.

After moving to sunny QLD from living in the hustle and bustle of inner city Sydney, many friends told us to steer away from the Valley due to excessive noise pollution etc, but I have to say now having lived her for over 2 years there is nowhere I'd rather be! We have the best of both worlds with Brunswick St on one end and James St precinct on the other. Whether it is some light retail therapy, a casual stroll the cinema or a couple of drinks with friends at nearby bars...this area never fails to impress and you are always discovering something new around a corner. There is so much happening what with the newly completed showstopping Miro building that will soon house even more cafes/boutiques. In my (somewhat) biassed opinion, Robertson Street is the most aesthetic in the Valley, it is treelined unlike Arthur and nearby streets that still have under maintained older style Queenslander homes, we have much more modern and trendy medium density housing and funky commercial studios that are all in keeping with the modern street character which is the usual appeal of the Valley. As for the noise, almost all complexes including ours (which is Viva) have reasonable curfews that are well respected by residents and after 11pm you could hear a mouse! I lived in Spring Hill briefly when I first moved to the Sunny state and it was far more noisy than the Valley has ever been for me. I'd highly recommend Robertson as 'the' street for singles, but couples too-we even have Child Care centre on our street to cater for those with young families. Resale values are remaining strong even in this climate - being less than 1km from the CBD this makes for a sound investment in a growing market. We tend to get a little congested on the Brunswick end in terms of traffic around 5-5:30pm weekdays but this usually clears up quickly thanks to traffic lights (most people tend to travel by foot because we are so close to everything anyway!) Everybody is friendly, approachable and just enjoying life. Like anywhere, if you are going to fine dine nightly, party very hard and want all the usual trappings then of course it is going to be expensive to live here so unless you have very good will power you may want to set a budget and stick to it! It goes without saying there is ample transport, educational and medical facilities. I keep a good eye on this market as we are considering buying again (more like upgrading) but one thing is for sure, we won't be moving from this street, we are here to stay! We have it all in abundance at Robertson, so come join us!

"Moved into a brand new complex on Hope Street from inner city Sydney and was expecting to 'slow down' but it felt as though I had never left Sydney! Traffic is a constant on Hope Street (mostly during business hours) as it is a fairly major road connectng Boundary and Leichhardt Streets so be mindful of this. This suburb is as close to the city as it gets and so this may be a non-issue for those who enjoy the convenience of close proximity to the CBD. My fiance worked in the city and would take about 15-20 minutes but is very hilly and gives the carves a good workout! Medical facilities are second to none at both nearby medical centre and private hospital. Newly opened child care facility up on Leichhardt and ample transport and educational facilities (Business College, Personal Training College and schools all nearby). People seem to keep to themselves around Sping Hill, may just be my perception. Food and dining is average and is quite pricey in terms of value for money. I wouldnt recommend it as a place for a young family as the road is far too busy, nearby back streets with leafy outlook would be a much better and safer option. Anyone purchasing in Spring Hill would enjoy strong ROI, subsequently rentals are quite pricey."