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: New families in the estates needing a reliable local coffee without the 15-minute Sunbury run. Skip if: You want single-origin pour-overs, inventive brunch, or a competitive cafe …
Big backyards, thin amenities. The 3427 guide locals trust: commutes, estates, rents, and where families actually go on …
