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 chasing a new-build house with a backyard and playgrounds, and who are fine driving for most errands and activities. Skip if: You need rail access, a walkable high …
Rent, commute, childcare and rates in Doreen—crunched for 2026. Real numbers, real trade-offs, and the pockets locals …
