Al Baraha
Overview
Al Baraha represents one of Dubai's established, ethnically diverse residential neighborhoods with significant expatriate populations. The bus stop serves local residents commuting to employment, shopping, and services, plus workers employed in the neighborhood's commercial establishments.
Neighborhood Profile & Passenger Demographics
Local Residents
Mix of Emirati and expatriate families, young professionals, and established communities. Primarily middle-income and working-class residents.
Employment Commuting
Morning departures (6:30-8:30 AM) to employment across Dubai—many heading to downtown, business districts, or industrial zones via bus connections.
Shopping-Focused
Afternoon and evening shopping activity at local retail establishments, supermarkets, and services.
Service Workers
Retail staff, restaurant workers, maintenance personnel with varied shift times.
Local Routes & Connectivity
Multiple local routes serve Al Baraha with varying specializations—some emphasizing downtown connections, others serving nearby neighborhoods or commercial zones. Typical routes operate with 20-30 minute frequencies during peak, 30-45 minutes off-peak.
Neighborhood Facilities & Context
Al Baraha features numerous retail establishments, grocery stores, restaurants, prayer facilities, clinics, and banking services reflecting a complete neighborhood community. The bus stops provide access to these local services and connections to broader Dubai areas.
Passenger Experience
Buses serving residential neighborhoods typically have moderate crowding—more crowded during morning and evening commute peaks (6:30-9:00 AM, 5:00-7:00 PM), lighter during midday and late evening.