CBD + inner-ring Melbourne — the dense grid.
Moreland + Darebin + Banyule + northern growth.
Boroondara + Whitehorse + Manningham.
Stonnington + Glen Eira + Bayside + Kingston.
Maribyrnong + Hobsons Bay + Brimbank + Wyndham.
Yarra Ranges, Knox, Casey, Cardinia, Mornington Peninsula.
High-growth corridors — new builds, new schools, moving families.
Verdict Box Best for: Families wanting acreage-style living with quick access to the amenities of larger, neighbouring suburbs. Skip if: You need a walkable lifestyle with a cafe on your corner. That …
Real talk on Clyde North brunch: top cafes, go-to dishes, prices, parking, and the pockets locals actually use in 2026.
