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 What most guides miss: cafe culture is zero inside the suburb—driving is default. Best for: First-home buyers and families prioritising a brand-new house and land package over established …
No-spin 2026 guide to Mount Cottrell: real commute times, zero local dining, rent/buy costs, and the Oakbank plan …
