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 prioritising a new-build house over nearby cafes. Skip if: A walkable weekend brunch spot is non-negotiable in your routine. Rent pressure: …
Mount Cottrell walks, 2026: legal routes, off-limits spots, safer loops, and the forest locals use—plus rent/buy reality …
