Camberwell (3124) sits 8km from the CBD in Melbourne’s middle ring. Population data from ABS is pending, but 73 public transport stops tell you this suburb is connected enough to matter.
At a Glance
| Category | Camberwell | Surrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | B+ |
| Transport | A (73 stops) | N/A |
| Food & Drink | A+ | A |
| Nightlife | B | C+ |
| Family | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living | N/A | N/A |
| Safety | N/A | N/A |
Transport
Camberwell has 73 public transport stops (31 tram, 21 train, 21 bus). Surrey Hills has 0 stops (0 tram, 0 train, 0 bus).
Camberwell has train access via Burwood Station. Surrey Hills does not have a nearby train station.
Winner: Camberwell edges out Surrey Hills with 73 vs 0 transit stops (73 more).
Food & Drink
Camberwell has 16 verified dining venues (grade: A+). Surrey Hills has 15 (grade: A).
Camberwell standouts: The Blue Table (4.5 stars), The Leo Hotel (4.4 stars), Alice’s Bistro (4.4 stars) Surrey Hills standouts: Alice’s Bistro (4.8 stars), The New Kitchen (4.6 stars), The Silver Bar (4.5 stars)
Cost of Living
Rental cost data for these suburbs is not yet available. We are working on integrating RTBA bond data from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing – check back soon.
Pros & Cons Summary
Camberwell Strengths
- 73 public transport stops including 31 tram + 21 train + 21 bus (ranked 43 of 252)
- Train access via Burwood Station
- 11 verified dining venues including The Blue Table (4.5 stars, 3,408 reviews) – ranked 8 of 122 suburbs
Surrey Hills Strengths
- 10 verified dining venues including Alice’s Bistro (4.8 stars, 379 reviews) – ranked 17 of 122 suburbs
- 2 bars and pubs including The Silver Bar (4.5 stars) (ranked 82 of 122)
- 10km from the CBD – close enough for easy access
Our Verdict
For commuters: Camberwell wins with 73 transit stops vs Surrey Hills’s 0. For food lovers: Camberwell with 16 verified venues vs Surrey Hills’s 15. For families: Insufficient data for both suburbs – school and childcare ratings are being integrated. For nightlife: Camberwell (B) edges out Surrey Hills (C+). For budget-conscious renters: Rental data is pending for these suburbs – we will update when RTBA bond data is integrated.
FAQ
Is Camberwell or Surrey Hills better for public transport?
Camberwell has 73 public transport stops compared to Surrey Hills’s 0, making it the better-connected suburb based on PTV data.
Is Camberwell or Surrey Hills cheaper to rent in?
Rental cost data is not yet available for either suburb. We are integrating RTBA bond data and will update this comparison when figures are confirmed.
Which suburb is better, Camberwell or Surrey Hills?
It depends on your priorities. See our verdict section above for recommendations by use case (commuting, food, families, nightlife, budget).
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