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: First-home buyers and young families trading established amenities for a brand new house and a foothold in the market. Skip if: You rely on public transport, hate commuting on …
Craigieburn North cost of living in 2026: rent, bills, commute, schools and the real trade-offs—told by locals, not …
