Fishmarket North is effectively the northern half of the larger riverside "Fishmarket" district, the southern half being known as Fishmarket South. In comparison to Fishmarket South, however, Fishmarket North has not underwent the same large scale development in recent decades that saw former fish markets and tenements demolished in favor of brand new skyscrapers. Instead, the district still functions as a traditional fishmarket, although the harborfront of the district, like Fishmarket South has been overshadowed by the elevated span of Union Drive East (which runs parallel to the at-grade Privateer Road). The riverfront still houses industrial buildings equipped with docks, presumably to serve businesses in Fishmarket North.