Inner city living

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.

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

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

Brunswick is an inner-city suburb just 4 kilometres north of Melbourne City known for its bohemian culture and strong arts and live music scenes.

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.

Brunswick West is located 6 km north from Melbourne's CBD

Burnley is a suburb bordering the Yarra river only 4km 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.

An established inner-city suburb 8km north of the Melbourne CBD, Coburg is a melting pot of cultures with a strong sense of history.

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

Collingwood is located 3km north of the CBD and is one of Melbourne’s oldest suburbs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

North Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 2 km north-west of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Melbourne.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.