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 If you want a new build and backyard over a short commute, Pakenham stacks up. Best for: First-home buyer families chasing a four-bed house and yard, and those banking on upcoming roads, …
Pakenham schools 2026: zones, top picks, transport, fees, and real rent data—what matters for families moving to 3810.
