Retiree’s Guide to Belgrave (2026)
Retiree Score: 10/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Belgrave offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Belgrave | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 6 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 1 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 6 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 28 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 5 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 4 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Belgrave has 6 medical facilities — adequate for routine GP visits.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hillscene Family Medical Centre | 1647 Burwood Highway | +61 3 9752 6111 |
| Belgrave SurgiCentre | 1651 Burwood Highway | +61 3 9754 7555 |
| Belgrave Medical Clinic | 1575 Burwood Highway, Tecoma | +61 3 9757 8000 |
| Eastern Health Pathology | 1532 Burwood Highway, Tecoma | +61 3 9754 1441 |
| Imaging Associates | — | — |
| Mount Medical Clinic | 1592 Burwood Highway, Belgrave | +61 3 8288 1350 |
Pharmacies (1): Belgrave Community Pharmacy
Daily Walking & Green Space
Belgrave has 6 parks and reserves — a few options for daily exercise.
Your walking options:
- Belgrave Lake Park
- Apex Park
- Borthwick Park Reserve
- Bellbird Street Reserve
- Selby Park
- Birdsland Reserve
Daily Shopping & Errands
1 supermarkets in Belgrave:
- Woolworths — 16-29 Burwood Highway
Morning Coffee & Social
28 cafes give Belgrave a thriving cafe culture — you will find your regular spot within the first week.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- Grumbling Goose — 1678 Burwood Highway
- Earthly Pleasures — 1627 Burwood Highway, Belgrave
- Benson’s Cafe and Restaurant — 1710 Burwood Highway
- Puffing Billy Café — 1674 Burwood Highway
- Mareesa’s Cafe — 1696 Burwood Highway
- Belliful of Bliss
Community & Worship
5 places of worship in Belgrave:
- Tecoma Uniting Church (Christian) — 1566 Burwood Highway, Tecoma
- Tibetan Buddhist Rime Institute (Buddhist) — 1584 Burwood Highway, Belgrave
- St. Thomas More Church (Christian)
- Hope in the Hills Christian Church (Christian)
- Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses (Christian) — 19-23 McNicol Road, Tecoma
Staying Active
4 gyms and fitness centres:
- Sherbrooke Yoga Centre
- Ananda Hot Yoga
- Curves — 13-15 Bayview Road
- Belgrave Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool — 69 Best Street
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Belgrave ticks every box.
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Emergency | 000 |
| Nurse-on-Call | 1300 606 024 |
| 13SICK (home doctor) | 137425 |
| My Aged Care | 1800 200 422 |
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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