Retiree’s Guide to Preston (2026)
Retiree Score: 10/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Preston offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Preston | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 6 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 0 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 50 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 11 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 58 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 0 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 14 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Preston has 6 medical facilities — adequate for routine GP visits.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Care Medical Centre | — | — |
| Dundas Street Family Medical Practice | 4 Dundas Street | +61 3 9484 2007 |
| Panch Health Centre | 300 Bell Street | — |
| Murray Road Medical Centre | — | — |
| High Street Medical and Dentist Centre Preston | 520-538 High Street, Preston | +61 3 9092 2222 |
| Gower St Family Dental | — | — |
Daily Walking & Green Space
Preston has 50 parks and reserves — a retired person could walk a different route every day of the month.
Your walking options:
- Ray Bramham Gardens
- G.H. Mott Reserve
- T.W. Blake Park
- A.G. Davis Park
- L.W. Williams Reserve
- T.A. Cochrane Reserve
- Penders Park
- Henderson Reserve
- Sir Douglas Nicholls Reserve
- Newman Reserve
- Plus 40 more parks and reserves
Daily Shopping & Errands
11 supermarkets in Preston:
- Woolworths
- IGA
- ARC Asian Grocers — 1 Cook Street
- Thornbury Cellars IGA — 141 Miller Street
- Quoc Te United Asian Food Stores — 445 High Street, Preston
- Dong Thinh International Food Store — 441 High Street, Preston
- Big 8 Asian Foods — 439 High Street, Preston
- 888 Supermarket — 415 High Street, Preston
- Coles
- ALDI — 15 Dundas Street, Preston
- Bell Cellar & Grocery
Morning Coffee & Social
58 cafes give Preston a thriving cafe culture — you will find your regular spot within the first week.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- The Old Milkbar — 144 Dundas Street
- Raqwa Cafe and Beer Garden — 224 Plenty Road
- Belchif Snack Bar
- Raglan Cafe — 41 Raglan Street
- Hardware Cafe
- IMA Café
Staying Active
14 gyms and fitness centres:
- Athletique Health Club
- Fitness Nation — 140 Bell Street
- Snap Fitness
- Pilates Republic
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Preston 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
- Best Restaurants in Preston
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- Best Bars in Preston
- Cost of Living in Preston
- Preston Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Preston
- Is Preston Safe?
- Preston 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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