Exodus to the affordable lifestyle

The trend of people leaving the big cities and moving to the regions or the smaller cities has been underway for a long time.

Sydney has been losing population to internal migration for over ten years and Melbourne has been losing population to people moving to other parts of Victoria for the past five years.

This trend is not about the pandemic – it’s about technology allowing people to work remotely.

And it’s about accessing a better lifestyle at an affordable price.

It’s a long-term trend and is here to stay.

This exodus to the affordable lifestyle movement is the most powerful influence on residential property markets in the 21st century so far.

Locations that offer an affordable lifestyle in an attractive setting – like Sandgate – are attracting interest from property investors, developers, and owner-occupiers.

There’s plenty to like about Sandgate.

Just 30 minutes north of Brisbane’s CBD and 17 minutes from Brisbane airport, Sandgate is a bayside suburb with a small-town coastal feel.

Watch this two-minute video to discover why so many people award Sandgate a high livability score.

Brisbane City Councillor Jared Cassidy

Sandgate is one of many suburbs located within the Deagon Ward of Brisbane.

Brisbane City Councillor Jared Cassidy has represented the Deagon Ward since August 2015.

The Council provides many facilities throughout the suburb including the much-used Sandgate Aquatic Centre.

If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or feedback, you can get in touch with Jared on 07 3667 6011.

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