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

Box Hill, a smallish suburb in Melbourne’s east, is fast developing into a mini-city.

Located 14 kilometres east of Melbournes CBD, Box Hill North is a quiet and spacious residential suburb where the streets are canopied by beautiful trees, and lined with both modern and character family homes.

Brunswick East is a suburb 6 kilometres north from Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Moreland. At the 2011 Census, Brunswick East had a population of 8,476.

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

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.

Carlton is a suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 2km north from Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Melbourne. At the 2011 Census, Carlton had a population of 13,509.

Clarinda is a multicultural suburb approximately 19km south-east of Melbourne’s CBD.

Coburg North is located 10 km north of Melbourne's CBD.

Docklands became a part of the City of Melbourne municipality on 1 July 2007. The suburb's 200 hectares of land and water are on Victoria Harbour, west of the city centre. Its inclusion doubled the size of Melbourne’s central city and returned a significant area of waterfront to the city.

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.

East Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 2km east of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Melbourne.

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

Ferntree Gully is located 32km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Fitzroy was Melbourne's first suburb, created in 1839 when the area between Melbourne and Alexandra Parade (originally named Newtown) was subdivided into vacant lots and offered for sale.

Forest Hill is a suburb 18km east of Melbournes CBD. It’s location is ideal for families, with a number of great schools in the area, fantastic parks and picnic areas, an array of local cafes and Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre.

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

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.

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

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

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.

Kilsyth South is located 32km east of Melbournes CBD

Melbourne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Victoria, and the second most populated city in Australia.

Middle Park is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 4 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Parkville is an inner-city suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3km north of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government areas are the Cities of Melbourne and Moreland.

Port Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 5 km south-west from the Melbourne central business district. It is split between the local government areas of Melbourne and Port Phillip.

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

Southbank is an inner urban neighbourhood of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1 km south of the Melbourne central business district. Its local government area are the cities of Melbourne and Port Phillip. Southbank is bordered to the north by the Yarra River, and to the east by St Kilda Road.

South Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 2 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD). It is in the local government area of the City of Port Phillip.

South Wharf is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 2 km south-west of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government areas are the Cities of Melbourne and Port Phillip.

St Kilda is an inner suburb of the metropolitan area of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 6 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

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.

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

With its prime location and plethora of new apartment buildings, West Melbourne is a very popular choice for singles (of any age) as well as older couples.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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