Victoria location profile
Chum Creek VIC 3777
Chum Creek is a quiet, semi-rural locality in the Yarra Ranges just north of Healesville, known for bushland, acreage homes and a strong outdoors lifestyle. It appeals to families, nature lovers and tree‑changers seeking space with easy access to Yarra Valley wineries and services in nearby Healesville.
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Why families consider Chum Creek
Semi-rural community with acreage properties and small farms; mix of families, trades and commuting professionals alongside long-term locals. Lifestyle is nature-focused (horse riding, hiking, wineries) with a calm village feel; residents are bushfire-aware due to surrounding forest.
Amenities & services
- Healesville Plaza (supermarket and shops, 5–10 min away)
- Healesville Hospital & Yarra Valley Health (Eastern Health)
- GP and dental clinics in Healesville
- Cafes, pubs and restaurants on Healesville’s main street
- Nearby Yarra Valley wineries and cellar doors
- Healesville Library (Yarra Ranges Libraries), Healesville
- Yarra Glen Library (Yarra Ranges Libraries), Yarra Glen
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Lilydale Station (Lilydale line), approx. 25–30km by road
- Bus 685 Healesville–Lilydale (connections to trains)
- Bus 686 Healesville–Badger Creek (local loop; connect via Healesville)
- Major roads: Healesville–Kinglake Rd (C724), Maroondah Hwy, Melba Hwy
Lifestyle & recreation
- Healesville Sanctuary (wildlife park)
- Don Road Sporting Complex (ovals and courts)
- Healesville Tennis Club
- Trail riding and bushwalking in Toolangi State Forest and Yarra Ranges National Park
- The Memo, Healesville (cinema and performing arts)
- Chum Creek Bushland Reserve
- Yarra Ranges National Park
- Toolangi State Forest
- Maroondah Reservoir Park
- Badger Weir Picnic Area
- Healesville Racecourse Recreation Reserve
- Coronation Park, Healesville
Education context
No centres within Chum Creek; multiple long day care, kindergarten and family day care options 5–10 minutes away in Healesville and Badger Creek (e.g., Goodstart Early Learning Healesville, Badger Creek Kindergarten). Moderate wait times on peak days.
- Box Hill Institute – Lilydale Lakeside campus (Lilydale)
- Swinburne University – Hawthorn campus (Hawthorn)
- Deakin University – Burwood campus (Burwood)
- La Trobe University – Bundoora campus (Bundoora)
- University of Melbourne – Parkville campus (Parkville)