Deira Waterfront District 8 sits within the Deira Waterfront area of Dubai. It is a defined neighbourhood inside the wider Deira quarter, positioned as part of the waterfront expansion in the northeastern sector of the city. The area is notable for its proximity to established Deira districts and for access to public transport along the Dubai Metro Green Line.
What this place is and where it is located
Deira Waterfront District 8 is a locality within the Deira Waterfront masterplan. The community forms part of Deira, historically one of Dubai’s original trading and residential hubs. Its official site path is listed as Dubai > Deira > Deira Waterfront > Deira Waterfront District 8, indicating its place within the broader waterfront redevelopment. The district is positioned to benefit from connections to the city’s transport network and from nearby urban amenities that cluster across Deira.
Transport and distances
Public transport access is an important feature of Deira Waterfront District 8. The nearest Dubai Metro station on the Green Line is identified with station code G22 and is approximately 264 metres from the district, a distance typically considered walkable for daily commuting.
Typical driving times from Deira Waterfront District 8 to major Dubai destinations are:
- Dubai Mall — roughly 16 minutes by car
- Palm Jumeirah — roughly 27 minutes by car
- Burj Al Arab — roughly 25 minutes by car
- The Walk JBR — roughly 30 minutes by car
Airport access is also straightforward: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is around a 17-minute drive, and Al Maktoum International Airport is approximately a 50-minute drive, subject to traffic conditions.
Built environment and projects
Deira Waterfront District 8 forms part of a waterfront redevelopment framework. The available data does not list specific on-site projects or adjacent developments by name for this district. The area is therefore best understood as a parcel within the larger Deira Waterfront urban scheme, which encompasses residential and mixed-use plots intended to tie into Deira’s existing urban fabric.
Because project-level listings are not provided for District 8 itself, information about individual developments, unit counts or construction stages should be obtained from the relevant developers or sales agents. Maps and community summaries for the Deira Waterfront area commonly present the district together with nearby attractions, parks, beachfront areas and entertainment facilities.
Education and local services
There are schools in the wider vicinity of Deira Waterfront District 8. Two schools recorded as being nearby are:
- Iranian Khadije Kobra School for Girls — around 2.6 km away
- Towheed Iranian Girls School — around 2.6 km away
These and other educational institutions in adjacent neighbourhoods make the district accessible for families seeking schools close to home. Detailed lists of clinics, hospitals, supermarkets and other everyday services are available through local property portals and community guides.
Local lifestyle notes
Deira Waterfront District 8 benefits from its location within Deira, which traditionally offers a mix of residential streets, retail corridors and waterfront promenades across the wider masterplan. The area is positioned to serve residents who prioritise direct access to the Green Line and relatively quick road connections to central Dubai and the city’s coastal attractions.
Local leisure and hospitality offers around the district are tracked by independent guides; partnerships with LadiesNightDubai.com and BrunchCrunch.ae provide additional information about current dining and nightlife offers in the vicinity, while property portals compile listings and community resources for residents and prospective buyers.
Who the district is suitable for
- Professionals commuting into central Dubai or using the Metro Green Line: walkable access to the G22 Green Line station supports daily transit.
- Families seeking proximity to schools within a few kilometres: the recorded nearby schools are within a short driving distance.
- Buyers and renters looking for a location inside Deira with direct connections to major city destinations and both main airports.
FAQ
Q: How close is the metro?
A: The nearest Green Line metro station (G22) is approximately 264 metres from the district, a walkable distance for many residents.
Q: What are typical drive times to Dubai landmarks?
A: Representative drive times from the district are about 16 minutes to Dubai Mall, 27 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, 25 minutes to Burj Al Arab and 30 minutes to The Walk JBR; airport drives are about 17 minutes to DXB and roughly 50 minutes to Al Maktoum International Airport.
Q: Are there schools nearby?
A: Yes. Two nearby schools listed are Iranian Khadije Kobra School for Girls and Towheed Iranian Girls School, both recorded at about 2.6 km from the district.
Q: Where can I find property listings and more detailed community information?
A: Property portals that host agency listings and community guides cover Deira Waterfront and its districts. These platforms also forward specific enquiries to partner estate agents and provide maps and summaries of nearby attractions and amenities.
