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CAULFIELD

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

Retirement guide to Caulfield. 2 medical facilities, 4 parks, 1 supermarkets, 4 pharmacies.

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

Retiree’s Guide to Caulfield (2026)

Retiree Score: 9/10

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

FactorCaulfieldWhat Retirees Need
Medical facilities23+ for comfort
Pharmacies41+ essential
Parks & green space45+ ideal
Supermarkets12+ for choice
Cafes28Daily routine
Places of worship2Community
Gyms/fitness4Active lifestyle

Healthcare Access

Caulfield has 2 medical facilities — limited options — you may need to travel for some appointments.

FacilityAddressPhone
Caulfield Natural Health Clinic760 Glen Huntly Road—
Caulfield Hospital——

Pharmacies (4): Nova Pharmacy, Priceline Pharmacy, Dartnells Compounding Pharmacy, Pharmacy

Daily Walking & Green Space

Caulfield has 4 parks and reserves — a few options for daily exercise.

Your walking options:

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

Daily Shopping & Errands

1 supermarkets in Caulfield:

  • Foodworks

Morning Coffee & Social

28 cafes give Caulfield a thriving cafe culture — you will find your regular spot within the first week.

Cafes for your morning routine:

  • Mr Brightside Cafe — 189a Booran Rd, Caulfield South VIC 3162, Australia
  • Einstein’s 251 — 251 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia
  • Forth Brother
  • Common Room Co — 257 Alma Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia
  • Little Rogue. — 12 Drewery Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • Cafe Sapore - Best Cafe & Restaurant in Caulfield North Near You — 12 Caulfield Bvd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

Community & Worship

2 places of worship in Caulfield:

  • Catholic Parish of Holy Cross (Christian)
  • Caulfield Presbyterian Church (Christian) — 1 Neerim Road, Caulfield

Staying Active

4 gyms and fitness centres:

  • Vision Personal Training — 774-776 Glen Huntly Road
  • Australian Fitness Academy
  • Integrate
  • Caulfield Racecourse

The Verdict

Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Caulfield ticks every box.

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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