Victoria location profile
Caulfield VIC 3161
Caulfield is an established, leafy suburb in Melbourne’s inner south-east, known for its period homes, strong community feel, and proximity to major education and health facilities. It offers a calm residential vibe with easy access to shopping strips, dining, and large green spaces nearby.
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Why families consider Caulfield
Diverse and family-oriented, with a notable Jewish community alongside professionals and students drawn by nearby Monash University Caulfield campus. Housing is a mix of Edwardian/Art Deco homes, renovated townhouses, and low-rise apartments, supporting a relaxed yet well-connected lifestyle.
Amenities & services
- Caulfield Hospital (Alfred Health)
- Cabrini Hospital Malvern (nearby)
- Caulfield Plaza & Caulfield Village precinct (near Caulfield Station)
- Glen Huntly Road and Hawthorn Road shopping and dining strips
- Elsternwick retail and dining precinct
- Local GP clinics, pharmacies, and specialty grocers
- Glen Eira Libraries — Caulfield (Glen Eira Town Hall, Caulfield)
- Elsternwick Library (near Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick)
- Carnegie Library and Community Centre (Koornang Rd, Carnegie)
Transport & connectivity
- Train: Caulfield (Pakenham/Cranbourne & Frankston lines), Glen Huntly (Frankston line), Elsternwick (Sandringham line)
- Bus: 605, 623, 624, 625, 630, 900 SmartBus (services linking to CBD, Chadstone, Monash, Elsternwick, Oakleigh)
- Major roads: Dandenong Rd/Princes Hwy, Glen Eira Rd, Hawthorn Rd, Kooyong Rd, Neerim Rd, Glen Huntly Rd
Lifestyle & recreation
- Caulfield Park sports ovals, playgrounds, and tennis facilities (nearby)
- Caulfield Racecourse and Reserve walking tracks and events (nearby)
- GESAC (Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre) in Bentleigh East
- Classic Cinemas Elsternwick and local cafes/bakeries
- Local bowls, tennis, and community clubs
- Caulfield Park
- Caulfield Racecourse Reserve
- Booran Reserve
- Princes Park
- Harleston Park
- Greenmeadows Gardens
Education context
Good availability of long day care and kindergartens in Caulfield and adjoining suburbs; waitlists common for infants. Options along Glen Eira, Hawthorn, Kooyong and Glen Huntly Roads, including community and faith-based providers.
- Monash University — Caulfield Campus (Caulfield East)
- University of Melbourne — Parkville Campus (CBD/Parkville via train/tram)
- RMIT University — City Campus (Melbourne CBD via train/tram)
- Swinburne University — Hawthorn Campus (via Glenferrie/Hawthorn)