Retiree’s Guide to Ivanhoe (2026)
Retiree Score: 10/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Ivanhoe offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Ivanhoe | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 14 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 2 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 28 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 14 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 8 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 7 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Ivanhoe has 14 medical facilities — more than enough for comprehensive primary care without leaving the suburb.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Hospital for Women | 163 Studley Road, Heidelberg | — |
| Mount Street Medical Centre | — | — |
| Hill Crest Medical Centre | 18-22 Bell Street | — |
| Ostopathic Clinic | — | — |
| Waterdale Medical Specialist Rooms | 249 Waterdale Road | — |
| The Local Doctor | — | — |
| Ivanhoe Endoscopy Centre | 226 Upper Heidelberg Road | — |
| Austin Hospital | 145 Studley Road | — |
| Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital | — | — |
| North Eastern Rehabilitation Centre | 134-142 Ford Street, Ivanhoe | +61 3 9474 8900 |
| Warringal Private Hospital | 216 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg | +61 3 9274 1300 |
| Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre | — | — |
| Bellfield Consulting Rooms | — | +61 3 9455 0099 |
| Livingstone Street Medical Clinic | 9 Livingstone Street, Ivanhoe | — |
Pharmacies (2): Mount’s Pharmacy, Chemist Warehouse
Daily Walking & Green Space
Ivanhoe has 28 parks and reserves — a retired person could walk a different route every day of the month.
Your walking options:
- Pitcher Park
- Remembrance Park
- Ivanhoe Park
- Chelsworth Park
- Miles Reserve
- Ford Park
- Darebin Parklands
- Rockbeare Park
- Albert Jones Reserve
- Seddon Reserve
- Plus 18 more parks and reserves
Daily Shopping & Errands
Morning Coffee & Social
14 cafes give Ivanhoe enough coffee options for a daily routine.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- Extracted — 215 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe
- The Alphington Foodstore — 52 Wingrove Street, Alphington
- The Foreigner — 31 Ivanhoe Parade
- Artiga Specialty Coffee — 327 Mansfield Street, Thornbury
- Eaglemont Dish — 70 Silverdale Road, Eaglemont
- The Cornerstore — Lower Heidelberg Road
Community & Worship
8 places of worship in Ivanhoe:
- St. James’ Anglican Church (Christian)
- Ivanhoe Uniting Church (Christian)
- St Bernadette Church (Christian) — 89 Bond Street, Ivanhoe
- Mary Immaculate Catholic Church (Christian)
- Heidelberg Uniting Church (Christian) — 187 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg
- Ivanhoe Baptist Church Chapel (Christian) — 1 Livingstone Street, Ivanhoe
Staying Active
7 gyms and fitness centres:
- Melbourne Gym Sports — 166 Fulham Road, Alphington
- Core Principles Personal And Group Training
- Eaglemont Tennis Courts
- Alphington Bowling Club
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Ivanhoe ticks every box.
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Emergency | 000 |
| Nurse-on-Call | 1300 606 024 |
| 13SICK (home doctor) | 137425 |
| My Aged Care | 1800 200 422 |
Related Guides
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- Cost of Living in Ivanhoe
- Ivanhoe Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Ivanhoe
- Is Ivanhoe Safe?
- Ivanhoe 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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