Beyond and south, south west of the Creek are residential areas that provide a range of accommodation. Al Garhoud is located south west of Deira and is dominated by small to medium sized villa compounds. It is also home to the Dubai Festival City, which is amongst Dubai's leading entertainment destinations. Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club and the Four Seasons Golf Course are also located here. Additionally, several local and international schools, offering both an American and British curriculum can be found in Garhoud. The Dubai International Airport forms a large part of Garhoud and will be heavily served by Dubai metro’s Red and Green Lines.


Located towards the south, south east of Central Dubai, Mirdiff has developed over the past few years as a secluded enclave of Dubai, away from the congestion and traffic of the rest of the city. Mirdiff mainly consists of villa compounds and low-rise apartment blocks. Several international schools and shopping malls are located in Mirdiff. Warqaa, adjacent to Mirdiff also offers similar types and styles of accommodation. Both these areas are close to the Dubai International airport. Also in the immediate vicinity of Mirdiff is the International City. Anchored by Dragon Mart, a Chinese themed wholesale shopping mall, the area offers a range of affordable apartments for sale and for lease. The Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai's latest technology free zone that offers a variety of residential villas and apartments of lease and for sale is also located in the area beyond the Creek.