Retiree’s Guide to Murrumbeena (2026)
Retiree Score: 7/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Murrumbeena offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Murrumbeena | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 6 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 3 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 7 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 8 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 2 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 5 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Murrumbeena has 6 medical facilities — adequate for routine GP visits.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sunspot Skin Cancer Clinic | — | — |
| Total Nutrition Care | 488 Neerim Road | — |
| Australian Hair and Scalp Clinic | 51 Murrumbeena Road | — |
| Sleep Better Again | 53 Murrumbeena Road, Murrumbeena | — |
| Cardiac Concepts | 94 Murrumbeena Road | — |
| Southern Dermatology | — | — |
Pharmacies (3): Min Shop, Charles Pharmacy, David Jones Pharmacy
Daily Walking & Green Space
Murrumbeena has 7 parks and reserves — a few options for daily exercise.
Your walking options:
- Duncan Mackinnon Reserve
- Springthorpe Gardens
- Boyd Park
- Riley Reserve
- Argyle Reserve
- Mallanbool Reserve
- Ames Avenue Reserve
Daily Shopping & Errands
Morning Coffee & Social
8 cafes give Murrumbeena enough coffee options for a daily routine.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- Brew Bar — 103 Poath Road
- Cafe Omnia — 486 Neerim Road, Murrumbeena
- The Little Spot — 98A Murrumbeena Road, Murrumbeena
- The Alleyway Cartel — 474 Neerim Road, Murrumbeena
- Levi — 6 Railway Parade
- Daniel Son — 471 Neerim Road
Community & Worship
2 places of worship in Murrumbeena:
- Holy Nativity Anglican Church, Hughesdale (Christian)
- Hughesdale Seventh-day Adventist Church (Christian)
Staying Active
5 gyms and fitness centres:
- Pivotal Health & Fitness — 56 Poath Road
- Caulfield Recreation Tennis Club
- Chamford Dance & Gym
- Duncan Mackinnon Athletics Complex
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Murrumbeena 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 |
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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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