You step off a tram somewhere in Caulfield and the first thing you notice is not the shopfronts or the cafe umbrellas – it is that nobody is in a hurry. Caulfield sits 8km from the CBD with 43 tram stops and 106 public transport connections threading through its middle-ring streets.
At a Glance
| Category | Caulfield | Caulfield North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C+ |
| Transport | B+ (106 stops) | B (65 stops) |
| Food & Drink | A | B+ |
| Nightlife | D+ | F |
| Family | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living | N/A | N/A |
| Safety | N/A | N/A |
Transport
Caulfield has 106 public transport stops (43 tram, 0 train, 63 bus). Caulfield North has 65 stops (28 tram, 1 train, 36 bus).
Caulfield North has train access via Malvern Rail Replacement Bus Stop. Caulfield does not have a nearby train station.
Winner: Caulfield edges out Caulfield North with 106 vs 65 transit stops (41 more).
Food & Drink
Caulfield has 17 verified dining venues (grade: A). Caulfield North has 14 (grade: B+).
Caulfield standouts: The Grey Kitchen (4.8 stars), Caulfield Library (4.6 stars), Henry House (4.5 stars) Caulfield North standouts: Little Rose (4.7 stars), Caulfield North Gallery (4.7 stars), The Little Kitchen (4.7 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
Caulfield Strengths
- 106 public transport stops including 43 tram + 63 bus (ranked 63 of 252)
- 10 verified dining venues including The Grey Kitchen (4.8 stars, 1,191 reviews) – ranked 24 of 122 suburbs
- 2 bars and late-night venues (grade: D+)
Caulfield North Strengths
- 65 public transport stops including 28 tram + 1 train + 36 bus (ranked 88 of 252)
- Train access via Malvern Rail Replacement Bus Stop
- 9 verified dining venues including Little Rose (4.7 stars, 3,627 reviews) – ranked 37 of 122 suburbs
Our Verdict
For commuters: Caulfield wins with 106 transit stops vs Caulfield North’s 65. For food lovers: Caulfield with 17 verified venues vs Caulfield North’s 14. For families: Insufficient data for both suburbs – school and childcare ratings are being integrated. For nightlife: Caulfield (D+) edges out Caulfield North (F). For budget-conscious renters: Rental data is pending for these suburbs – we will update when RTBA bond data is integrated.
FAQ
Is Caulfield or Caulfield North better for public transport?
Caulfield has 106 public transport stops compared to Caulfield North’s 65, making it the better-connected suburb based on PTV data.
Is Caulfield or Caulfield North 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, Caulfield or Caulfield North?
It depends on your priorities. See our verdict section above for recommendations by use case (commuting, food, families, nightlife, budget).
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