Moving to Docklands (2026)
Moving suburbs is one of the biggest decisions you will make. This guide puts every essential for Docklands in one place — the GP you will register with, the supermarket you will default to, the cafe that becomes your regular, and the park where you will walk the dog.
Population: 17,200 (ABS Census 2021)
Docklands at a Glance
| Need | Docklands |
|---|---|
| Estimated rent (1BR) | $420–$550/week |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Cafes | 88 |
| Schools | 7 |
| Parks | 15 |
| Medical | 2 |
| Supermarkets | 8 |
| Pharmacies | 4 |
Your First Week in Docklands
Day 1-2: Set Up Healthcare
Register with a GP immediately — do not wait until you are sick.
Docklands has 2 medical facilities:
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bupa | — | — |
| Victoria Harbour Medical Centre | 850 Collins Street, Docklands | +61 3 9629 1414 |
Pharmacies: Spencer Street Pharmacy, Victoria Harbour Pharmacy + News, Capsule Pharmacy, Chemist Warehouse
Day 2-3: Find Your Supermarket
- Woolworths
- Coles — 201 Spencer Street
- The Dome Express — 71-77 Batmans Hill Drive, Docklands
- Crown Asian Supermarket
- East West Marketplace — 94 Waterfront Way
- Xpress Supermarket
- Golden Express Supermarket
- Woolworths Metro
Day 3-4: Explore the Food Scene
Docklands has 100 restaurants and 88 cafes. Start with these:
Morning coffee:
- Puzzle Coffee
- Espresso Bar International
- Chaf’s Cafe — 669-671 Bourke Street
- Brightside
Day 4-5: Set Up Transport
- Get a Myki card — available at any train station, 7-Eleven, or PTV hub
- Myki Money vs Myki Pass — Money for occasional use, Pass for daily commuters
- Daily cap: $10.60 (Zone 1+2) — you will never pay more than this per day
- Register your Myki at ptv.vic.gov.au — protects your balance if lost
Check PTV Journey Planner for your specific commute from Docklands.
Day 5-7: Walk the Neighbourhood
Docklands has 15 parks. Find the one closest to your place and make it your default walk:
- Monument Park
- Seafarers Rest Park
- Flagstaff Gardens
- Batman Park
- Point Park
- Docklands Park
If You Have Kids
Docklands has 7 schools. Check your zone at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Ozford College | 310 King Street |
| William Angliss Institute | 555 La Trobe Street |
| Angliss Coffee Academy | — |
| Kangan Batman TAFE Automotive Centre | — |
| Kaplan Business School | 370 Docklands Drive, Docklands |
Cost of Living in Docklands
| Expense | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Rent (1BR) | $420–$550/week |
| Groceries (weekly, single) | $80–$120 |
| Myki transport (monthly) | ~$165 |
| Utilities (monthly) | $150–$250 |
| Internet (monthly) | $60–$90 |
| Flat white (daily) | $4.50–$5.50 |
See our detailed Cost of Living Guide for the full breakdown.
Should You Move to Docklands?
Read our Honest Guide for the unfiltered pros and cons based on real data.
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- Family Guide to Docklands
- Is Docklands Safe?
- Docklands Transport Guide
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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