Greensborough- Melbourne Suburb

INTRO

Greensborough is a hilly, suburban area, wedged between Eltham, Watsonia and Montmorency. The suburb is located just 19kms from the CBD and thriving metropolis of Melbourne, but retains it's regional charm, much like a smaller Victorian town than a city. That said, there are plenty of buses and a train station in the centre of the suburb that can get you anywhere you need to go, whether you want to head further out of Melbourne, towards the Yarra Valley, or into the city.

DEMOGRAPHICS

The demographics of Greensborough are on the more mature side, with it being a popular location for families with children to settle down. Even though the population is just over 20,000, families make up a large portion of the population, with the average age of a resident being 38 years of age. The majority of the population (over 75%) are Australian born. The average weekly income (as at 2013) was $654.

SCHOOLS

There are numerous primary schools to choose from in Greensborough, including Greenhills Primary School, St Mary's Primary School and Greensborough Primary School. There is currently just one secondary school in the suburb,ÊGreensborough College, which is available for secondary schooling as a public school. Another popular school for secondary schooling in the area is Montmorency Secondary College, which many Greensborough local children travel to each day.

TRANSPORT

The major hub of Greensborough is the main st, right by Greensborough shopping centre and the train station. The train station is on the Hurstbridge line, and you are looking at an approximate 35-40 commute into the city from Greensborough station. At Greensborough Station, there are plenty of connecting bus services that can get you to wherever you need to go, from Mernda or all the way to Airport West or Doncaster. Taxi's and Uber services are also readily available in the area. It's recommended to have your own form of transport for getting around or use the public transport system, as the hills in Greensborough make it difficult to walk around too much!

HEALTH

For those who love keeping fit, there are plenty of gyms and sports teams in Greensborough. The suburb is very focused around it's football team, which was established in 1893. The team have won many premierships in the time as a club. There are many other sporting clubs to be part of, including netball, bowling, martial arts and more!

REAL ESTATE

The real estate market in Greensborough is mainly made up of 3 and 4 bedroom houses, with median prices of 766k and 865k respectively. However, there are a whole range of housing options, from houses to units and apartment buildings. According to Domain.com, the median price for a two-bedroom unit in Greensborough is just $340 per week, and a four bedroom is just $500 per week. If this is still a bit steep for your family and you are looking at a similar area to rent, consider going further north to Mernda, where the current median price for a four-bedroom home is just $380!

SHOPPING

Despite the more laid back, country feel, Greensborough is home to a large shopping complex called Greensborough Plaza. The shopping centre features numerous stores, services and restaurants and cafes. Plus, it's situated on a main street that really oozes a small town vibe, with the entire retail hub in one convenient location, just down the road from the train station.

THINGS TO DO

The shopping centre contains a movie theatre, which is a popular choice for families on weekends and over the school holidays. WaterMarc, a local swimming centre, offers a variety of fun activities for the whole family, including swimming lessons, waterslides, fitness centre and more. There are also plenty of parks in Greensborough that are great to explore with your kids, your pet or your partner. If you're keen on more of an adrenaline rush, head to The Hardrock Climbing Company for a physical challenge that you just can't beat. People of all skill levels will love this challenge.

RESTAURANTS

There are many delicious places to eat in Greensborough. It is home to plenty of great restaurants, from Greek fair at Eos, to Chinese, fish and chips and modern Australian.Try a coffee and have breakfast at Urban Grooves cafŽ, or head out to Okami for a Japanese feast.