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Suburbs that are great for raising a family, with excellent schooling options and all the conveniences a family could want within close proximity.

Suburb profiles

Abbotsford

Abbotsford is a suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 2 km east of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Yarra. At the 2016 census, Abbotsford had a population of 8,184.

Aberfeldie

Aberfeldie is located just 9km north-west of Melbourne.

Airport West

Close to the city, Airport West is located 11 km north-west of Melbourne and approximately a 20 minute drive to the CBD

Albanvale

Albanvale is a suburb of Melbourne close to the Tullamarine Airport and about 19kms from the Melbourne CBD.

Albert Park

Albert Park is an inner suburb located 3 km south of Melbourne's CBD.

Albion

Albion is a Melbourne suburb in Victoria, Australia, located 14 kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD and within the City of Brimbank local government area. At the 2021 census, Albion had a population of 4,334.

Alphington

Alphington is a quiet and peaceful suburb which is 7km north-east of Melbourne’s Central Business District. Part of the suburb is located within the City of Darebin, and parts are in the City of Yarra council area.

Alphington

Alphington is a quiet and peaceful suburb which is 7km north-east of Melbourne’s Central Business District. Part of the suburb is located within the City of Darebin, and parts are in the City of Yarra council area.

Altona

13 km south-west of Melbourne's CBD, in the local government area of the City of Hobsons Bay, is the suburb of Altona, Victoria. 11,490 people were counted in Altona as of the 2021 census.

Altona Meadows

A hidden and undervalued gem, Altona Meadows is a quiet and leafy suburb only 5 minutes’ drive from Altona beach and 17km south-west of Melbourne’s CBD (approximately a 20-minute drive).

Altona North

Altona North is approximately 10kms south-west of the Melbourne CBD.

Ardeer

Ardeer is a small suburb of Melbourne located approximately 16km west of the Melbourne CBD.

Armstrong Creek

Armstrong Creek is a suburb developing to the south west of the City of Geelong.

Ascot Vale

The settlement of Ascot Vale has an interesting history, with its origins going back to the establishment of the ‘Temperance Township Estate’ bounded by Union, Maribyrnong and Epsom Roads. Properties in this area once had a caveat on their title that forbade the serving of alcohol!

Ashburton

Ashburton is a suburb of Melbourne situated approximately 12kms. southeast of the Melbourne CBD.

Ashwood

Ashwood is located 14 km south-east from Melbourne's cCBD.

Aspendale

Aspendale is bordered by Port Phillip to the west, Mordialloc and Braeside to the north, Edithvale to the south, and Aspendale Gardens to the east.

Aspendale Gardens

Aspendale Gardens is located 27 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Avondale Heights

Avondale Heights is a suburb 12 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD.

Badger Creek

Badger Creek is a small town on the outskirts of Healesville in Victoria's Yarra Valley around 53km east of the Melbourne CBD.

Balaclava

Balaclava is an inner city suburb of Melbourne about 7 km south from the CBD.

Balwyn

Located just 10 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD, Balwyn is a prestigious suburb celebrated for its tree-lined streets, elegant homes, and exceptional amenities. Offering a perfect balance of charm and convenience, Balwyn is one of Melbourne’s most sought-after locations for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Balwyn North

Located in Melbourne’s coveted eastern suburbs, Balwyn North is a family-friendly neighbourhood known for its outstanding schools, expansive green spaces, and vibrant community atmosphere. With its mix of modern amenities and suburban charm, Balwyn North is a place where families, professionals, and retirees can thrive.

Bayswater

A residential and commercial neighbourhood in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Bayswater is part of the City of Knox local government area and is situated 27 kilometres east of the city's CBD. 12,262 people were residing in Bayswater as of the 2021 census. With the most sought-after features and still being relatively affordable, Bayswater has a lot to offer both residents and discerning investors.

Bayswater North

Bayswater North is an eastern suburb of Melbourne approximately 29km east of the CBD and shares its postcode of 3153 with the adjacent suburb of Bayswater.

Beaconsfield

Beaconsfield is located 40 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Beaumaris

Beaumaris is a beachside suburb about 20 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Belgrave

Belgrave is a beautiful suburb of Melbourne nestled in the lush surrounds of The Sherbrooke Forest, Just 35 km east of the Melbourne CBD.

Belgrave Heights

Belgrave South

Belgrave South is a beautiful suburb positioned at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges and bordered by the suburbs of Belgrave, Belgrave Heights, Lysterfield and the localities of Narre Warren East and Selby.

Bellfield

Bellfield is a small area approximately 9km north-east of Melbourne's Central Business District that borders Ivanhoe with lots of tree-lined streets, parks and creeks.

Belmont

Belmont is a large southern suburb of Geelong, Victoria. The name means "beautiful hill".

Benalla

Benalla is an attractive and prosperous rural city just off the main Melbourne-Sydney Hume Freeway 212 km north-east of Melbourne. At the 2016 census, the population in Benalla was 9,298.

Bendigo

One of Victoria’s largest cities with a bustling modern heartbeat, while still holding ties to its illustrious history as a gold rush powerhouse.

Bentleigh

Bentleigh is located 13 kilometres south east from the Melbourne CBD

Bentleigh East

Bentleigh East is a suburb 14kms south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Berwick

Berwick is a lovely suburb in the City of Casey approximately 37km south-east from Melbourne CBD via the Monash with a great mix of cafes, shops, parks and schools. Berwick has a strong reputation for well-built, beautiful homes. At the 2016 Census, Berwick had a population of 47,674.

Big Pats Creek

Big Pats Creek is a rural area south of Woods Point Road near Warburton located approximately 80km east of Melbourne's CBD

Blackburn

Blackburn is a leafy suburb which is 17km east of Melbourne’s CBD.

Blackburn North

Located 17km east of Melbournes CBD, Blackburn North is a residential suburb, with wide green and leafy streets that make you feel a sense of space and greenery while still being close to the city.

Blackburn South

Located 16km east of Melbournes CBD, Blackburn South is a suburb that makes you feel a sense of space and greenery while still being close to the city.

Black Rock

Black Rock is a pretty seaside suburb approximately 18km from Melbournes CBD. Like many neighbouring suburbs, the residential development in Black Rock dates partly in the postwar period and due to active conservation movements for the protection of native plants beside roads and on heathlands, Black Rock boasts beautiful surrounds.

Blairgowrie

Bonbeach

Bonbeach is a beautiful beachside suburb in Melbourne about 31km south-east of the CBD.

Boronia

Boronia is 26kms east of the CBD and home to approximately 20,000 people.

Botanic Ridge

Botanic Ridge is a suburb in Victoria, Australia, located approximately 50 kilometres southeast of Melbourne's central business district. The suburb is part of the City of Casey local government area.

Box Hill South

Box Hill South is a family friendly community just 14km east of Melbournes CBD with an exciting food culture and boasting great parkland, walking tracks and nothing is far away.

Braeside

Braeside is located approximately 26km south-east of Melbournes CBD

Brighton

Brighton is a prestigious, coastal suburb approximately 11km south-east of Melbourne's central business district.

Brighton East

Brighton East is a suburb approximately 12km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Broadford

Broadford is a small town in Victoria's central region. Broadford has a population of 4,319 people according to the 2016 census. The town is the administrative centre of the Shire of Mitchell local government area, and it is located about 73 kilometres north of Melbourne, the state capital.

Broadmeadows

Within the City of Hume local government area, Broadmeadows is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 15 kilometres north of the city's CBD. 12,524 people were living in Broadmeadows as of the 2021 census.

Brooklyn

Ten kilometres west of Melbourne's CBD, in the local government areas of the Cities of Brimbank and Hobsons Bay, lies the Brooklyn neighbourhood of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Brooklyn is a largely industrial suburb with a small pocket of low-density residential housing in the south.

Bulleen

Bulleen is located 13 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD and is governed by the City of Manningham.

Burnley

Burnley is a suburb bordering the Yarra river only 4km east of Melbournes CBD.

Burwood

Burwood is conveniently located alongside Camberwell about 14km east of Melbournes CBD.

Burwood East

Burwood East is a relatively compact residential suburb with a range of mid-20th century homes, new townhouses and apartment complexes, just 16km east of Melbournes CBD.

Cairnlea

Cairnlea is a new estate located 17km north-west of the Melbourne CBD.

Camberwell

Just 10kms east of the city lies Camberwell, a green and prestigious suburb with period houses, impressive schools and lively shopping strip.

Canterbury

Canterbury is a suburb 10km east of the Melbourne CBD and is regarded as one of Melbourne's most exclusive suburbs.

Capel Sound

Capel Sound (formerly Rosebud West) is a suburb located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. Its local government area is the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Carnegie

Carnegie is approximately 12km south-east of Melbournes CBD between Caulfield and Murrumbeena.

Carrum

Carrum is a beachside suburb located 33km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Carrum Downs

Carrum Downs is a beachside suburb located 36km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Castella

Castella is a small town that lies to the east of Kinglake at the intersection of the Melba Highway and the Healesville Kinglake Road.

Caulfield

Caulfield, roughly 11kms south-east of Melbournes CBD, is an enormous suburb, often broken down into North Caulfield and South Caulfield.

Caulfield East

Caulfield East is approximately 10kms south-east of Melbournes CBD, is the eastern part of the enormous suburb of Caulfield.

Caulfield North

Caulfield North, roughly 11kms south-east of Melbournes CBD, is the northern part of the enormous suburb of Caulfield.

Caulfield South

Caulfield South, roughly 10kms south-east of Melbournes CBD, is the southern part of the enormous suburb of Caulfield.

Chelsea

Chelsea is a Melbourne bayside suburb with neighbouring suburbs that include Edithvale and Bonbeach. Chelsea is approximately 30km south-east of the CBD, between Mordialloc and Frankston.

Chelsea Heights

Within the City of Kingston local authority area, Chelsea Heights is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 30 kilometres south-east of the city's CBD. 5,393 people were residing in Chelsea Heights as of the 2021 census.

Cheltenham

Cheltenham in the City of Bayside is a charming suburb known for its leafy streets, proximity to the beach, and a strong sense of community. It is located approximately 19 kilometers south of Melbourne's CBD, offering a serene suburban lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities.

Cheltenham

Cheltenham is a well-established suburb located in the City of Kingston, about 18 kilometers southeast of Melbourne's Central Business District. It offers a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational amenities, making it a desirable location for families, young professionals, and retirees.

Chum Creek

Chum Creek is a beautiful location about 50km north-east of Melbourne's CBD and just 5 minutes drive from Healesville.

Clarinda

Clarinda is a multicultural suburb approximately 19km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD, and is part of the City of Kingston local government area. Clarinda's population was 7,441 as of the 2021 census.

Clayton South

Clayton South is a vibrant and multicultural community approximately 21km south-east of the city

Clifton Hill

Clifton Hill is a leafy inner north-eastern suburb just 4kms from the Melbourne CBD.

Clyde

Clyde is a growing suburb about 48km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Clyde North

Clyde North is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and is part of the City of Casey local government area. It is situated 46 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District. 31.681 people were living in Clyde North as of the 2021 census.

Coburg

Coburg, Victoria, postcode 3058, is an established inner-city suburb situated approximately 8 km north of Melbourne's CBD. Known for its rich history and cultural diversity, Coburg offers a vibrant lifestyle that appeals to singles, couples, professionals, families, and retirees alike.

Coburg North

Welcome to Coburg North, a vibrant suburb situated just 10 kilometers north of Melbourne's bustling CBD. Nestled between Coburg and Fawkner, Coburg North offers a blend of residential charm and convenient amenities, making it an ideal location for families, professionals, and investors alike.

Cockatoo

Cockatoo is a town in the Shire of Cardinia local government area in Victoria, Australia, 48 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's central business district.

Craigieburn

Craigieburn is a satellite suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, approximately 25 kilometres north of the city's central business district. The City of Hume is its local government area.

Cranbourne

Cranbourne is located about 43km South-East of Melbourne's CBD.

Cranbourne East

Cranbourne East is located 45km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Cranbourne North

Cranbourne North is a Melbourne suburb located 39 kilometres south-east of the city's central business area. The City of Casey is its local government area.

Cranbourne South

Cranbourne South is a rural suburb 49 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Cranbourne West

Cranbourne West is located 40 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Croydon

Nestled between Ringwood and Mooroolbark in the city’s outer-east, with a population of just over 26,000, Croydon is a relaxed area away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Deer Park

Deer Park is located about 17 km west of Melbourne's CBD.

Devon Meadows

Devon Meadows is a small town 50km southeast of Melbournes CBD. The town hosts a primary school, a CFA fire station, general store, tennis club and a community hall. The town also has a football and cricket team, both known as the Panthers.

Diamond Creek

Diamond Creek is located 23 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD

Dingley Village

Dingley Village is a quiet suburban town, around 22km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Doncaster

Doncaster is located 14 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD

Doncaster East

Doncaster East is located 22 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Donvale

Donvale is a suburb just off the Eastern Freeway wedged between Doncaster East, Park Orchards, Ringwood North and Mitcham & just 19km from Melbournes CBD.

Don Valley

Don Valley is a town approximately 70km east of Melbourne's CBD.

Doveton

Doveton is located about 31km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Dromana

Dromana is seaside suburb on the Mornington Peninsula, nestled between Safety Beach and McCrae, and situated at the foot of the towering peak of Arthurs Seat.

Drouin

Drouin is a town in the West Gippsland region, Shire of Baw Baw.

Dulwich

Dulwich is a suburb of Adelaide made up of a mix of residential housing and commercial offices and businesses.

Eaglemont

Eaglemont is an established suburb within the City of Banyule and is located 10km north-east of Melbourne’s CBD.

East Warburton

East Warburton is a town 67km east from Melbourne's central business district.

Edithvale

Edithvale is a beachside suburb approximately 28km from Melbourne's CBD.

Eltham

Eltham is a suburb approximately 25 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Emerald

Emerald is located approximately 44 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Endeavour Hills

Endeavour Hills is a leafy, hilly, suburb located about 30kms southeast of Melbourne's CBD.

Epping

Epping is located about 20 km north of Melbourne's CBD

Eumemmerring

Eumemmerring is located approximately 32km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Evandale

Evandale is a small residential suburb of Adelaide.

Fairfield

Fairfield is located 6 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Ferntree Gully

In the City of Knox local authority area, Ferntree Gully is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, near the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, 30 kilometres southeast of Melbourne's Central Business District. In Ferntree Gully, there were 27,398 people according to the 2021 census. Neighbouring suburbs include Upper Ferntree Gully, Wantirna South and Upwey.

Frankston

Frankston is an outer-suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 55 km south-east of the CBD, north of the Mornington Peninsula.

Frankston North

Frankston North is located 38km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Gardenvale

Gardenvale is a small suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 10km south-east of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Glen Eira.

Geelong

Geelong, home to the Geelong Football Club, the second oldest club in the AFL is located about 75km south-west from Melbournes CBD. It is the second largest Victorian city, with an estimated population of just over 192,000 as of June 2016.

Gilderoy

Gilderoy is a small town on the Yarra Junction Noojee Road to the west of Powelltown. Its picturesque scenery comprises acreage properties and hills.

Gladstone Park

Gladstone Park is located approximately 15km north-west of Melbournes CBD.

Gladysdale

Gladysdale is a bounded rural locality on the Yarra Junction Noojee Road. It has a primary school, recreation facilities, and properties tend to be either small or large acreage.

Glen Iris

Golden Square

As the name indicates, Golden Square played a pivotal part in Bendigo’s gold rush history. Today, it stands as charming family-friendly suburb, with scenic streets lined with a mix of classic and ultra-modern residences.

Greensborough

Greensborough is a leafy suburb approximately 19km northeast of Melbourne's CBD

Gruyere

Comprising mainly lifestyle properties of small and large acreage, Gruyere has a mixture of gently sloping pasture areas and more hilly bush areas, and quite a few stunning landscapes.

Hallam

Hallam is located 34km south-east of the Melbourne CBD

Hampton

Hampton is an affluent suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's central business district

Hampton East

Hampton East is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 km south-east of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Bayside. At the 2016 Census, Hampton East had a population of 4,689.

Hampton Park

Hampton Park is located 36km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Harkaway

Harkaway is located 40km south-east of Melbourne's CBD

Hawthorn

Hawthorn is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) east of Melbourne's central business district situated in the City of Boroondara.

Hawthorn East

Healesville

Located in the beautiful Yarra Valley, around 52 Km North East of Melbourne CBD.

Heatherton

Heathmont

Heathmont is a suburb in the municipality of Maroondah, approximately 25km to the east of the Melbourne CBD.

Hectorville

Hectorville is a small, residential suburb just under a 20 minute drive from Adelaides CBD where you can live a quiet country lifestyle only minutes from the city.

Heidelberg

Heidelberg is located just 12km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Heidelberg Heights

Heidelberg Heights is located just 13km north-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Heidelberg West

Heidelberg West is located just 12km north-east of Melbournes CBD.

Highett

Hillside

Hillside is a residential suburb located approximately 23km north- west of the Melbourne CBD

Hoddles Creek

Hoddles Creek is a picturesque rural community with small and large acreage properties including vineyards, orchards, pastures for grazing and bush areas.

Ivanhoe

Ivanhoe is located just 10km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Ivanhoe East

Ivanhoe East is located just 10km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Junction Village

Junction Village sits 45km south-east of Melbournes CBD in the middle of Cranbourne.

Kent Town

Kent Town is an inner suburb of Adelaides CBD, superbly located along the Princes Hwy.

Kew

Kew East

Keysborough

Keysborough is a relatively new, residential suburb located about 27km south- east of Melbourne's CBD with a spacious, green setting and access to a plethora of good schools and facilities.

Kilsyth South

Kilsyth South is located 32km east of Melbournes CBD

Kingsville

Kingsville is a small inner-city suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Approximately 9km west of Melbourne's CBD, within the City of Maribyrnong. At the 2021 Census, Kingsville recorded a population of 3,920.

Launching Place

Launching Place is a town 54km east of Melbourne's central business district.

Laverton

Laverton is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 17 km south-west of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the Cities of Hobsons Bay and Wyndham local government areas.

Lower Plenty

Lower Plenty is located just 16km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Lynbrook

Lynbrook is located 36km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Lyndhurst

Lysterfield South

Lysterfield South is an outer suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 30 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Casey local government area. Lysterfield South recorded a population of 994 at the 2021 census.

Maidstone

Maidstone is a leafy suburb 8km north-west of Melbourne's CBD, the suburb predominantly consists of residential areas.

Maribyrnong

Maribyrnong is located 8km north-west of Melbourne

Maylands

Maylands is a suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 5.5km from the CBD and consists of mostly medium density residential properties. You will find examples of Colonial, Federation and some Art Deco architecture here, with many of its homes having been built in the late 19th century and early 20th century.

McMahons Creek

McMahons Creek is on the Warburton–Woods Point Road bordering the Yarra Ranges National Park.

Mentone

Mentone is located approximately 21km south-east of Melbourne's CBD

Millgrove

With the Yarra River, the Dee River, National Park, State Forest and Warburton Trail, Millgrove’s scenery and features are quite spectacular.

Mitcham

Mitcham is a sought-after suburb, 21km east of Melbournes CBD. It’s location is ideal for access to both the city and the Dandenong Ranges. With plenty of schools and lush parks, excellent roads and public transport.

Mont Albert

Located just 12 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD, Mont Albert is a picturesque suburb known for its tree-lined streets, elegant homes, and friendly community. Combining historic charm with modern convenience, Mont Albert is a highly sought-after location for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Mont Albert North

Mont Albert North, located approximately 13 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD, is a quiet and family-friendly suburb that offers a perfect mix of suburban charm and modern convenience. Known for its green spaces, excellent schools, and welcoming community, Mont Albert North is a hidden gem in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

Moonee Ponds

Moonee Ponds is an inner city suburb 7 km north-west of the Melbourne CBD

Moorabbin

Mordialloc

Mordialloc is a beachside suburb in Melbourne about 24km south-east of the CBD.

Mornington

Mornington is a seaside town on the Mornington Peninsula, located 57 km south of Melbourne's CBD.

Mount Martha

Mount Martha, a residential and beach suburb on the Mornington Peninsula facing Port Phillip Bay, is 6 km south of Mornington and 52 km south of Melbourne.

Mount Toolebewong

Mount Toolebewong is mainly a very hilly and bushy terrain in the area of Yarra Ranges National Park, between Don Valley and Healesville, and there are some quite stunning views.

Narre Warren

Narre Warren is a fast-growing, family-focused area about 40kms south-east of the city. It’s multicultural, with many sporting facilities, parks with good bike/ walking paths and, for the shoppers, there is Fountain Gate shopping centre. It’s also well positioned for access to both the Dandenong Ranges and Frankston’s beaches.

Narre Warren East

Narre Warren East is a small town, 38km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Narre Warren North

Narre Warren North is the original site of the township of Narre Warren.

Narre Warren South

Narre Warren South is one of the fastest growing suburbs in Victoria.

Newport

Newport is an inner suburb 7 km south-west of the Melbourne CBD

Northcote

Northcote is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 7km north-east of Melbourne's Central Business District. It is part of the local government area of the City of Darebin.

North Warrandyte

North Warrandyte is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 25 km north-east of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the Shire of Nillumbik.

Norwood

Norwood is one of Adelaide's most desirable suburbs. Located on the eastern fringe of the CBD, the suburb offers a fun and diverse lifestyle.

Nunawading

Nunawading is a suburb 18km east of Melbournes CBD. While the suburb is largely residential, there is a huge strip of retailers on Whitehorse road including Home HQ featuring furniture and electrical stores, such as The Good Guys, Fantastic Furniture, Harvey Norman, JB HIFI and Bunnings. There are also a number of gyms and health clubs, Brandsmart outlet shopping centre and the Whitehorse Council offices. Also close by to both Doncaster Shopping Town and Eastland for the more serious shoppers!

Oakleigh

Oakleigh is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 14 km south-east of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Monash. At the 2016 Census, Oakleigh had a population of 7,893.

Olinda

Olinda is a town in the Victorian Dandenongs, located 36km east of Melbourne, and within the local government area of the Shire of Yarra Ranges. It is a popular weekend destination for tourists, with a variety of restaurants and cafes.

Parkdale

Park Orchards

Patterson Lakes

Payneham

Payneham is a north-eastern suburb of Adelaide offering a diverse lifestyle with the convenience of the city and a friendly neighborhood atmosphere.

Point Cook

Point Cook is located in the western suburbs of Melbourne, home to the RAAF Base and RAAF museum, Point Cook is the birthplace of the Royal Australian Air Force.

Powelltown

Powelltown is a small but longstanding community which was established as part of the timber industry, and there is still a timber mill in the town.

Prahran

Preston

Preston is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 9 km north from the Melbourne central business district. Its local government area is the City of Darebin. At the 2016 Census, Preston had a population of 32,851.

Reefton

Reefton is located near the Upper Yarra Reservoir Park, Yarra River, Armstrong Creek and Yarra Ranges National Park.

Reservoir

Reservoir is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 12 km north of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Darebin and at the 2016 Census, Reservoir had a population of 50,474. It is the largest suburb in Melbourne by land area.

Richmond

Ringwood

Ringwood is located 23km east of Melbourne's CBD

Ringwood East

Located 25km east of Melbournes CBD, Ringwood East is a suburb that comprises mainly suburban residential family homes and blocks of units.

Ringwood North

Located 25km east of Melbournes CBD, Ringwood North is a surprisingly hilly suburb that comprises mainly suburban residential family homes and blocks of units.

Rosanna

Leafy, green Rosanna is located 12 north-east of the Melbourne CBD on the Fringe of the Yarra Valley Green Belt.

Rosebud

Originally known as Banksia Point, Rosebud began life as a fishing community in the early 1850s. Rosebud is now a large beach-side centre fronting Port Phillip on the Mornington Peninsula, located between Rye and Dromana.

Rose Park

Rose Park is a wealthy inner suburb, just 1km east of Adelaides CBD. You might say it’s a suburban dream, well-maintained 19th century character homes decorate wide, tree-lined streets -many of which have been recognised with heritage protection.

Rosstrevor

Rostrevor is a suburb about 10kms north-east of Adelaides CBD.

Safety Beach

Safety Beach is a bayside suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its local government area is the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Sanctuary Lakes

On Point Cooks doorstep, Sanctuary Lakes has everything to offer that one would want in a family friendly area.

Sandhurst

Sandhurst is 37km south east of the Melbourne CBD

Sandringham

Sandringham (colloquially known as Sandy) is an affluent, beachside suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, located 19km southeast of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Bayside. At the 2011 Census, Sandringham had a population of 9,309.

Seabrook

Seabrook is located 19km south west of the Melbourne CBD.

Sebastopol

On the fringes of Ballarat Central, Sebastopol relishes in its goldfields and European history and now serves as a peaceful haven for just over 10,000 residents.

Seddon

Seddon is an inner-city suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 7km west of Melbourne's Central Business District. Located south of Footscray and north of Yarraville, Seddon was formerly a semi-industrial, working-class suburb. In recent years Seddon has experienced rapid gentrification due to its close proximity to the Melbourne City Centre.

Seville

Seville is located on the Warburton Highway, and in recent years has seen an expansion of its shopping centre and a redevelopment of its recreation reserve which includes a popular water park.

Seville East

Seville East is located between Seville and Woori Yallock, both of which have primary schools and preschools.

Sorrento

South Yarra

Springvale

Springvale is a suburb of Melbourne, located 22 kilometres southeast of the Melbourne CBD and 8 kilometres from Dandenong.

St Andrews Beach

St Andrews Beach is located on the Bass Strait side of the southern Mornington Peninsula and it is south of Rye.

Stepney

Stepney is a compact suburb of Adelaide. The area is made up of a mix of smaller houses and units on small blocks of land and light industry.

St Kilda West

St Kilda West is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 5 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

Templestowe

Templestowe is located 16 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Templestowe Lower

Templestowe Lower is located 14 km north-east of Melbourne's CBD.

The Basin

The Basin is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 31 km east of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Knox local government area.

Three Bridges

Three Bridges is a small community on the Yarra Junction Noojee Road to the west of Powelltown.

Toolangi

Toolangi is a rural town located on the edge of the Toolangi State Forest. The name translates to an Aboriginal word meaning ‘tall trees’ which is no doubt relative to the forest of Mountain Ash.

Toorak Gardens

Toorak Gardens is a leafy, suburban inner suburb of Adelaide, just 2km from the CBD.

Tootgarook

Upper Ferntree Gully

Upper Ferntree Gully is 32km east of Melbourne’s CBD.

Vermont South

Located 20km east of Melbournes CBD, Vermont South is a perfect location for families as the suburb falls into two secondary college zones, Vermont Secondary and Highvale Secondary - both well reputed colleges in the eastern suburbs.

Wantirna

Wantirna is a suburb of Melbourne, 24 km east of the CBD, located within the City of Knox.

Warburton

Warburton is a suburb of Melbourne, 72 km east of the CBD, located within the Shire of Yarra Ranges.

Warragul

Warragul is a town in Victoria, Australia, 102 kilometres south-east of Melbourne.

Warrandyte

Warrandyte is 24km north-east of the Melbourne CBD and is located within the City of Manningham.

Warrandyte South

Warrandyte South is 25km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, located within the City of Manningham.

Waterways

Waterways is located approximately 25km south of the Melbourne CBD, just east of Mordialloc.

Watsonia

Welcome to Watsonia, a quiet and family-friendly suburb located in Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs. With a population of just over 6,000 people, Watsonia is a small and close-knit community with plenty to offer those looking for a peaceful place to call home.

Watsonia North

Located just 16 kilometers north-east of Melbourne's bustling CBD, Watsonia North is a picturesque suburb that offers residents a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle while still being close to all the amenities that the city has to offer.

Wattle Park

Wattle Park is an affluent suburb of Adelaide. Located close to the CBD, with a stunning backdrop of the Adelaide Hills.

Werribee

Werribee is located 32 km south-west of Melbourne's CBD.

Wesburn

Wesburn, located between Yarra Junction and Warburton, is a combination of residential properties mainly along Warburton Highway and streets off that, and acreage properties beyond.

West Preston

Wheelers Hill

Wheelers Hill is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 23 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD

Williams Landing

With a strong social and commercial focal point, Williams Landing is a rising star in the West.

Williamstown

Williamstown is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 9 km south-west of Melbourne's central business district in the local government area of the City of Hobsons Bay.

Wonga Park

Wonga Park is a locality within Greater Melbourne, beyond the Melbourne Metropolitan Urban Growth Boundary area, 29 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD

Woori Yallock

Woori Yallock is located 56 km east of the Melbourne CBD.

Yarra Glen

Home to some of the country’s most well-known wineries, Yarra Glen is situated 40km north-east of Melbourne’s CBD in the stunning Yarra Valley.

Yarra Junction

Yarra Junction, named so as it sits at the junction of the Yarra and Little Yarra Rivers, is a town in Victoria, approximately 55 km east from Melbourne's CBD.

Yellingbo

Yellingbo is located 48km east of the Melbourne CBD.

Yering

Yering is a suburb 38km north-east of Melbourne’s CBD in the stunning Yarra Valley.

Suburb profiles by lifestyle

Bayside living

Life by the bay varies from peaceful seaside suburbs like Rosebud, to thriving and action-packed metropolis' like St Kilda.

Blue Chip

Well established and coveted suburbs with strong demand, a history of sustainable property growth, good schools and transport links.

Country life

Looking for fresh air, open spaces and slower pace - a country lifestyle awaits!

Entertainment

We've listed some suburbs that have a great range of exciting things to do... You'll never be bored living here.

Families

Suburbs that are great for raising a family, with excellent schooling options and all the conveniences a family could want within close proximity.

Fishing & boating

Here are some suburbs where there are some great spots for fishing or boating activities nearby (you may find some hidden gems):

Food lovers

Looking for a delicious location, a foodie hot spot? There are definitely some suburbs that stand out for their culinary scene.

Friendly

We've hand-picked some suburbs where the locals are super friendly and everyone knows everyone (well nearly).

Hipster

These suburbs have a flourishing sub-culture, associated with alternative music, arts, organic and artisanal foods and alternative lifestyles.

Inner city living

Looking for a vibrant inner-city lifestyle where every convenience is right at your doorstep. We've shortlisted some inner-city suburbs.