Retiree’s Guide to Richmond (2026)
Retiree Score: 10/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Richmond offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Richmond | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 14 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 0 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 37 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 9 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 58 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 0 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 17 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Richmond has 14 medical facilities — more than enough for comprehensive primary care without leaving the suburb.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mr William Edwards | — | — |
| Church Street Medical Centre | — | — |
| Richmond Neurology | — | — |
| Epworth Richmond Emergency Department | 62 Erin Street, Richmond | — |
| Mr John Cunningham | 32 Erin Street, Richmond | +61 3 9428 9411 |
| Epworth Richmond Hospital | 89 Bridge Road | — |
| The Melbourne Clinic | 130 Church Street, Richmond | +61 3 9429 4688 |
| Epworth Rehabilitation | 29 Erin Street, Richmond | — |
| Burnley St Medical Clinic | 305-309 Burnley Street | — |
| Epworth Medical Centre Lennox Street | 173-177 Lennox Street | — |
| The Melbourne Clinic - Sailsbury St Consulting Suites | — | — |
| Elizabeth Street Family Care | 93 Elizabeth Street | — |
| Richmond Specialist Centre | 102 Elizabeth Street | — |
| North Richmond Community Health | 23 Lennox Street, Richmond | +61 3 9418 9800 |
Daily Walking & Green Space
Richmond has 37 parks and reserves — a retired person could walk a different route every day of the month.
Your walking options:
- Darling Square
- Barkly Gardens
- Burnley Park
- Citizens Park
- Allan Bain Reserve
- Golden Square Bicentennial Park
- Creswick Street Reserve
- Yarra Bank Reserve
- Dame Nellie Melba Memorial Park
- Alexander Reserve
- Plus 27 more parks and reserves
Daily Shopping & Errands
9 supermarkets in Richmond:
- Coles — 150 Swan Street
- IGA — 516 Bridge Road
- Tân Hung Asian Grocery
- Richmond Grocery Store
- Frederick’s Local Grocery — 237 Bridge Road, Richmond
- Wing Chong Asian Supermarket — 283 Victoria Street
- Green Square IGA plus Liquor
- IGA Local Grocer Cremorne — 160 Cremorne Street
- Minh Phat Asian Supermarket — 2-8 Nicholson Street
Morning Coffee & Social
58 cafes give Richmond a thriving cafe culture — you will find your regular spot within the first week.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- Victoria Lounge — 68 Victoria Street, Richmond
- Cafe 117 — 117 Swan Street, Richmond
- Quint Cafe — 323 Victoria Street
- Hektor Woodleys — 663 Victoria Street, Abbotsford
- Romano’s Coffee
- Kanteen
Staying Active
17 gyms and fitness centres:
- Fitness First
- Richmond Cross Fit
- Burnley Bouldering Walls
- Enterprise Fitness
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Richmond 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 Richmond
- Best Cafes in Richmond
- Best Bars in Richmond
- Cost of Living in Richmond
- Richmond Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Richmond
- Is Richmond Safe?
- Richmond 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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