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Suburb Profile - Melbourne VIC

Melbourne has once again been named the world's most liveable city by The Economist, receiving a perfect score for healthcare, education and infrastructure.

Melbourne will pass the five-million mark around 2021. It's anticipated to be the most populated city of Australia by 2030. Melbourne has a reputation as a street art destination and for its art, theatre and dance. The National Gallery of Victoria hosts world class exhibitions year round.

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Flinders Street Station is the busiest train station in Australia
Federation Square is a venue for arts, culture and public events on the edge of the Melbourne CBD.
Federation Square is a venue for arts, culture and public events on the edge of the Melbourne CBD.
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The Queen Victoria Market is a major landmark in Melbourne,. It is the largest open air market in the Southern Hemisphere.
Melbourne Town Hall is the central City and town hall, and is a historic building that has been there since 1867.
Melbourne Town Hall is the central City and town hall, and is a historic building that has been there since 1867.
The architecture and high rise building sets Melbourne from the rest.
The architecture and high rise building sets Melbourne from the rest.
John Cain Arena
John Cain Arena
St Kilda Towers is one of hundreds of buildings home to many businesses.
St Kilda Towers is one of hundreds of buildings home to many businesses.

People

The Melbourne CBD is a vibrant and diverse hub, home to a mix of professionals, students, and international residents. It attracts young professionals working in finance, tech, and corporate sectors, as well as a large student population due to its proximity to major universities like RMIT and the University of Melbourne. The area also hosts a significant number of international migrants, particularly from Asia, contributing to its multicultural atmosphere. Residents are typically aged between 20 and 40, many of whom live in high-rise apartments.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Melbourne CBD is fast-paced, cosmopolitan, and highly convenient, offering residents a dynamic mix of work, leisure, and culture. Locals enjoy easy access to world-class dining, trendy cafes, rooftop bars, shopping precincts, and entertainment venues like theatres, galleries, and live music. The area is highly walkable and well-connected by trams, trains, and bike lanes, making it easy to navigate without a car. With nearby parks like Carlton Gardens and the Yarra River promenade, residents can also enjoy pockets of greenery and outdoor activity.

Homes

The Melbourne CBD is renowned for its impressive range of high-rise apartments, luxury penthouses, and contemporary residential towers that define its striking skyline. Many of these buildings feature world-class architecture, blending modern design with innovative living spaces that cater to a sophisticated, urban lifestyle. Properties range from stylish studio apartments and compact one-bedroom homes ideal for students and young professionals, to expansive multi-bedroom apartments and opulent penthouses offering panoramic city and bay views. Many developments boast premium amenities such as rooftop gardens, pools, gyms, concierge services, and private dining areas.

Melbourne has the largest population in Victoria.
Melbourne has the largest population in Victoria.
There is some spectacular graffiti art in the Melbourne CBD.
There is some spectacular graffiti art in the Melbourne CBD.
Melbourne State Library.
Melbourne State Library.
The Melbourne CBD (city) is home to many international head offices.
The Melbourne CBD (city) is home to many international head offices.
The streets are full during the festive season on Swanston Street.
The streets are full during the festive season on Swanston Street.
City view from the Shrine of Remembrance at the Royal Botanic Gardens.
City view from the Shrine of Remembrance at the Royal Botanic Gardens.
The Yarra River Precinct runs directly through the city.
The Yarra River Precinct runs directly through the city.

Primary and Secondary Schools in Melbourne

Melbourne has a variety of schools to cater the large population.

RMIT University

RMIT is a world leader in Art and Design; Architecture; Education; Engineering; Development; Computer Science and Information Systems; Business and Management; and Communication and Media Studies.

Melbourne Grammar School

One of Australia's leading independent schools, Melbourne Grammar School has a tradition of excellence extending over more than 160 years.

Haileybury

Haileybury is one of Australia's leading independent schools. Students from Kinder to Year 4 learn in co-education classes before moving to the Girls or Boys Middle School for Years 5 to 12.

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RMIT University City Campus. Credit image: https://www.rmit.edu.au
Haileybury CBD Campus. Credit image: https://magazine.haileybury.vic.edu.au/big-city-learning/
Haileybury CBD Campus. Credit image: https://magazine.haileybury.vic.edu.au/big-city-learning/
Melbourne Grammar School. Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/MelbourneGrammarSchool
Melbourne Grammar School. Credit image: https://www.facebook.com/MelbourneGrammarSchool

Properties in suburbs near Melbourne

Looking for new and off the plan properties near Melbourne? We have a number of Apartments and Townhouses for sale in North Melbourne, Richmond, South Melbourne, West Melbourne, Carlton, Fitzroy Docklands and South Wharf.

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