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Hawthorn VIC 3122

Hawthorn is a prized inner‑eastern suburb in the City of Boroondara, blending heritage streetscapes with lively retail and dining around Glenferrie Road. It attracts students, professionals and families with excellent transport, green spaces and proximity to top schools and Swinburne University.

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Why families consider Hawthorn

Diverse and educated population with a strong mix of students, young professionals and established families; period homes and contemporary apartments; bustling cafe culture, quality schools and a walkable, transit‑rich lifestyle.

Amenities & services

  • Glenferrie Road shopping and dining precinct
  • Coles and Woolworths (Hawthorn)
  • Lido Cinemas
  • Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
  • Glenferrie Private Hospital
  • Epworth Hawthorn Rehabilitation
  • Hawthorn Library, 584 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn
  • Swinburne University Library, Hawthorn campus (Burwood Rd/John St)

Transport & connectivity

  • Glenferrie, Hawthorn and Auburn train stations (Belgrave/Lilydale/Alamein lines)
  • Tram routes 16, 70, 75 and 48 along Glenferrie, Riversdale, Burwood and Barkers Roads
  • Local bus routes including 624 (Kew–Oakleigh) and services to Camberwell, Richmond and Deakin University
  • Major roads: Glenferrie Rd, Burwood Rd, Barkers Rd, Riversdale Rd, Power St; Eastern Fwy access nearby

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Hawthorn Aquatic & Leisure Centre
  • Glenferrie Oval and sports clubs
  • Hawthorn Arts Centre
  • Lido Cinemas
  • Local gyms, yoga and pilates studios
  • Central Gardens
  • St James Park
  • Grace Park
  • Fairview Park (Yarra River)
  • Pridmore Park (Yarra River)

Education context

Good supply of long day care and ELCs with moderate demand; options include Guardian, Goodstart and independent centres near Glenferrie and Auburn precincts.

  • Swinburne University of Technology — Hawthorn campus (within suburb)
  • The University of Melbourne — Parkville campus (train/tram via city)
  • RMIT University — Melbourne City campus (train/tram via CBD)
  • Deakin University — Burwood campus (tram 75)