Flemington on MELBZ

Cost of Living in Flemington 2026: Rent, Food & the Real Numbers

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington doesn’t come cheap — but it doesn’t have to break you either. Here’s every dollar you’ll spend living here in 2026, from rent to that third flat white you definitely don’t need.

Rent: The Big Number

This is where most of your money goes. Flemington’s rental market in 2026 looks like this:

Property Type	Weekly Rent	Annual Cost	vs Melbourne Median
Studio/1-bed apartment	$336	$17,472	19% below
2-bed apartment	$448	$23,296	19% below
3-bed house	$576	$29,952	19% below
Share house (per room)	$184	$9,568	19% below

Pro tip: If you’re flexible on the exact street, prices can vary 15-20% within Flemington alone. The streets closer to transport and the main commercial strip command premium.

Flemington for Families 2026: Schools, Parks & the Parent Verdict

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Thinking about raising kids in Flemington? Here’s what parents actually need to know — not the real estate pitch, the reality.

The Parent Scorecard

Category	Grade	Verdict
Schools	B-	Limited options locally, families often look at nearby suburbs
Parks & Playgrounds	B+	Usable parks, adequate for weekend use
Safety	B-	Some areas require awareness, stick to main streets after dark
Family Dining	B	Enough options to keep kids and parents happy
Activities	B	Some local activities, check council programs

Family Friendliness Grade: B-

Flemington for Young Professionals 2026: Lifestyle, Cost & Nightlife

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington attracts a certain kind of young professional. Here is whether you fit the profile - and whether it fits yours.

The Young Professional Scorecard

What Matters	Grade	Reality Check
Nightlife & Bars	C	Quiet — you’ll be heading elsewhere
Food Scene	B	Solid eating, won’t complain
Commute to CBD	B+	Manageable — 20-35 min
Rent Affordability	B+	Affordable for what you get
Walkability	B-	Car recommended
Social Scene	B	Enough going on, make an effort

The After-Work Scene

Let’s be honest: Flemington isn’t a nightlife suburb. You’ve got a local pub and maybe a wine bar. The trade-off is quiet streets and a shorter commute to somewhere that does have nightlife.

Transport in Flemington 2026: Trains, Trams & the Commute Reality

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington’s transport game scored B+ in our latest review. Here’s what that actually means for your daily commute and weekend plans.

Transport Scorecard

Mode	Available	Quality	Notes
Train	✅	Good	Usable but check frequency
Tram	❌ None	Regular	No tram access — train and bus only
Bus	✅	Average	Fills the gaps, runs less often
Cycling	⚠️	Adequate	Mixed lanes, helmet law applies
Driving	✅	Manageable	Street parking generally available

Getting to the CBD

From Flemington to the CBD: 20-35 minutes by public transport. Trains run every 10-15 minutes during peak. Reliable but not the fastest commute.

Ascot Vale vs Flemington: Which Melbourne Suburb Is Right for You?

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Ascot Vale: 42 tram stops – but no train station. That is the short version. 146 public transport stops and 5km from the CBD fill in the rest of the picture.

At a Glance

Category	Ascot Vale	Flemington
Overall Grade	B+	A+
Transport	B+ (146 stops)	A+ (95 stops)
Food & Drink	N/A	N/A
Nightlife	N/A	N/A
Family	N/A	N/A
Cost of Living	N/A	N/A
Safety	N/A	N/A

Transport

Ascot Vale has 146 public transport stops (42 tram, 0 train, 104 bus). Flemington has 95 stops (25 tram, 34 train, 36 bus).

Flemington vs Kensington: Which Melbourne Suburb Is Right for You?

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington has a food scene we have not verified yet. It also has 95 public transport stops and a inner-ring postcode. That trade-off shapes everything about living in this inner-ring suburb.

At a Glance

Category	Flemington	Kensington
Overall Grade	A+	N/A
Transport	A+ (95 stops)	N/A
Food & Drink	N/A	N/A
Nightlife	N/A	N/A
Family	N/A	N/A
Cost of Living	N/A	N/A
Safety	N/A	N/A

Transport

Flemington has 95 public transport stops (25 tram, 34 train, 36 bus). Kensington has 0 stops (0 tram, 0 train, 0 bus).

Flemington vs Moonee Ponds: Which Melbourne Suburb Is Right for You?

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington has a food scene we have not verified yet. It also has 95 public transport stops and a inner-ring postcode. That trade-off shapes everything about living in this inner-ring suburb.

At a Glance

Category	Flemington	Moonee Ponds
Overall Grade	A+	C+
Transport	A+ (95 stops)	A+ (193 stops)
Food & Drink	N/A	F
Nightlife	N/A	D
Family	N/A	N/A
Cost of Living	N/A	N/A
Safety	N/A	N/A

Transport

Flemington has 95 public transport stops (25 tram, 34 train, 36 bus). Moonee Ponds has 193 stops (40 tram, 48 train, 105 bus).

Flemington vs North Melbourne: Which Melbourne Suburb Is Right for You?

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington has a food scene we have not verified yet. It also has 95 public transport stops and a inner-ring postcode. That trade-off shapes everything about living in this inner-ring suburb.

At a Glance

Category	Flemington	North Melbourne
Overall Grade	A+	A
Transport	A+ (95 stops)	A (74 stops)
Food & Drink	N/A	N/A
Nightlife	N/A	N/A
Family	N/A	N/A
Cost of Living	N/A	N/A
Safety	N/A	N/A

Transport

Flemington has 95 public transport stops (25 tram, 34 train, 36 bus). North Melbourne has 74 stops (14 tram, 31 train, 29 bus).

Flemington vs Parkville: Which Melbourne Suburb Is Right for You?

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Flemington has a food scene we have not verified yet. It also has 95 public transport stops and a inner-ring postcode. That trade-off shapes everything about living in this inner-ring suburb.

At a Glance

Category	Flemington	Parkville
Overall Grade	A+	B
Transport	A+ (95 stops)	B (53 stops)
Food & Drink	N/A	N/A
Nightlife	N/A	N/A
Family	N/A	N/A
Cost of Living	N/A	N/A
Safety	N/A	N/A

Transport

Flemington has 95 public transport stops (25 tram, 34 train, 36 bus). Parkville has 53 stops (29 tram, 8 train, 16 bus).