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 Big backyards and kid-ready parks make the case, but there’s a cost. You’ll save serious money on a four‑bed compared with inner suburbs. Day‑to‑day life is easy if you drive and stay …
Wyndham Vale 2026 cost of living—real rents, commute pain, and family perks. No spin: prices, pockets, and what locals …
