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CAULFIELD-EAST

Is Caulfield East Good for Retirees? (2026) — Healthcare, Parks & Lifestyle

Retirement guide to Caulfield East. 0 medical facilities, 5 parks, 1 supermarkets, 1 pharmacies.

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Kate Morrison
Is Caulfield East Good for Retirees? (2026) — Healthcare, Parks & Lifestyle

Retiree’s Guide to Caulfield East (2026)

Retiree Score: 3/10

Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Caulfield East offers across the categories that matter most.

FactorCaulfield EastWhat Retirees Need
Medical facilities03+ for comfort
Pharmacies11+ essential
Parks & green space55+ ideal
Supermarkets12+ for choice
Cafes9Daily routine
Places of worship0Community
Gyms/fitness1Active lifestyle

Healthcare Access

Caulfield East has 0 medical facilities — limited options — you may need to travel for some appointments.

Pharmacies (1): Direct Chemist Outlet

Daily Walking & Green Space

Caulfield East has 5 parks and reserves — a few options for daily exercise.

Your walking options:

  • East Caulfield Reserve
  • Booran Road Reserve
  • Glen Huntly Park
  • The Wedge
  • Caulfield Commons

Daily Shopping & Errands

1 supermarkets in Caulfield East:

  • Coles

Morning Coffee & Social

9 cafes give Caulfield East enough coffee options for a daily routine.

Cafes for your morning routine:

  • Machi machi — 11 Sir John Monash Drive
  • Restore Cafe Bar — 18 Derby Road
  • MamaDuke
  • Flipside
  • Boost Juice
  • Standing Room

Staying Active

1 gyms and fitness centres:

  • Caulfield Racecourse

The Verdict

Consider carefully. Caulfield East has gaps in some key areas for retirees. Check neighbouring suburbs for additional healthcare and daily amenity options.

Emergency Numbers

ServiceNumber
Emergency000
Nurse-on-Call1300 606 024
13SICK (home doctor)137425
My Aged Care1800 200 422

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.

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