Surprising town crowned the 'trendiest' spot in Australia right now
Melbourne is often dubbed Australia's coolest city with its underground bars, art-filled streets and coffee culture.
However, there are plenty of up-and-coming areas vying for the title.
Whether you're looking to buy in a sought-after location, visit a trendy town for the weekend or stop by a boutique coffee shop, B2C Furniture has revealed Australia's trendy areas in 2024 - and the results may surprise you.
After looking at the number of cafes, markets, vintage shops, theatres, street art murals and art galleries, here are the top 10 right now.
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10. Wellington, New South Wales
With famous caves, colonial heritage, tranquil gardens and a beautiful lake, Wellington is perfect for explorers and adventurers of all ages.
It's also home to 120 cafes and over 200 boutiques, among the highest in this list.
9. Wattle Glen, Victoria
Wattle Glen is a suburb of Melbourne, located around 20 kilometres from the CBD.
Considered a hit for campers and outdoor travellers, it offers a range of activities from bird watching to golf, as well as the popular Peppers Paddock General Store, one of Wattle Glen's 126 boutiques.
7. Mount Evelyn, Victoria
Also just outside of Melbourne, the Mount Evelyn region is perfect for the outdoorsy and adventurous as well as the gourmet foodie. It is located within the Shire of Yarra Ranges.
6. Corinda, Queensland
Corinda is located nine kilometres south-west of central Brisbane and has the Brisbane River as its western boundary and the Oxley Creek on its east.
A popular shopping area can be found in Oxley Road near the railway station, and if you're there at the right time you can visit one of the 107 markets that take place.
5. Sydney, New South Wales
Though Melbourne itself didn't make the list, Sydney has come in fifth for the 'trendiest' places. With close to 300 boutique shopping experiences on offer, plus its host of markets, theatres and more it's little surprise it came in at number five.
4. Richmond, Victoria
The third of four Victorian appearances on the list, Richmond comes in at fourth place.
Multicultural Richmond is best known for Victoria Street, or "Little Saigon", with its bustling Asian grocery stores and eateries serving pho and bánh mì.
3. Adelaide, South Australia
From food and wine to art and culture, Adelaide has secured its spot as one of Australia's trendiest cities.
Most notably, the happening West End is considered one of Adelaide's coolest enclaves, filled with a thriving, vibrant community.
Unsurprisingly, Adelaide has one of the highest numbers of theatres and contemporary art spaces, including Her Majesty's Theatre, which sits close to 1,500 people and has recently undergone an extensive renovation.
Luring young professionals and those from interstate, Adelaide offers cool vibes at an unbeatable convenience.
2. Gold Coast, Queensland
The glamorous metropolis of the Gold Coast is a popular tourist destination and a highly sought-after lifestyle evidenced by booming property prices in past years.
Famed for its natural beauty, many business owners have set up shops offering a variety of cafes and boutiques to capitalise on the crowds visiting the glitter strip.
