Retiree’s Guide to Upwey (2026)
Retiree Score: 7/10
Retirement is about proximity — to your GP, your daily walk, your morning coffee, your community. Here is exactly what Upwey offers across the categories that matter most.
| Factor | Upwey | What Retirees Need |
|---|---|---|
| Medical facilities | 9 | 3+ for comfort |
| Pharmacies | 0 | 1+ essential |
| Parks & green space | 5 | 5+ ideal |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 2+ for choice |
| Cafes | 8 | Daily routine |
| Places of worship | 3 | Community |
| Gyms/fitness | 3 | Active lifestyle |
Healthcare Access
Upwey has 9 medical facilities — more than enough for comprehensive primary care without leaving the suburb.
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Angliss Hospital | 39 Albert Street | — |
| Eastern Health Pathology | 1532 Burwood Highway, Tecoma | +61 3 9754 1441 |
| Imaging Associates | — | — |
| Moore Physiotherapy & Clinical Pilates | 2 Morris Road, Upwey | — |
| Upwey Chiropractic | 33 Main Street, Upwey | +61 3 9754 4166 |
| Upwey Doctors | 78-80 Main Street, Upwey | — |
| Foothills | 1246 Burwood Highway, Upper Ferntree Gully | — |
| Orion | 1244 Burwood Highway, Upper Ferntree Gully | — |
| Knox & Sherbrooke Private Endoscopy | 20 Albert Street, Upper Ferntree Gully | — |
Daily Walking & Green Space
Upwey has 5 parks and reserves — a few options for daily exercise.
Your walking options:
- Upwey South Recreation Reserve
- Kooringal Reserve
- Thompson Road Reserve
- Roma Reserve
- Talaskia Reserve
Daily Shopping & Errands
Morning Coffee & Social
8 cafes give Upwey enough coffee options for a daily routine.
Cafes for your morning routine:
- Maria — 56-58 Main Street, Upwey
- Burrinja — 18 Matson Drive, Upwey
- Tasty Az
- The 1000 steps cafe
- Magpie House Cafe — 48 Main Street, Upwey
- The Side Corner — 45 Main Street, Upwey
Community & Worship
3 places of worship in Upwey:
- Upwey Baptist Church (Christian) — 21 Darling Avenue
- Hope in the Hills Christian Church (Christian)
- Churh of the Holy Spirit (Christian) — 5-7 Morris Road, Upwey
Staying Active
3 gyms and fitness centres:
- Upwey High School — 1451 Burwood Highway, Upwey
- Upwey South Tennis Club
- Club Lime
The Verdict
Excellent for retirees. Strong healthcare, abundant green space, daily essentials all walkable, and an active community. Upwey ticks every box.
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Emergency | 000 |
| Nurse-on-Call | 1300 606 024 |
| 13SICK (home doctor) | 137425 |
| My Aged Care | 1800 200 422 |
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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