Victoria location profile

Ivanhoe VIC 3079

Leafy, established suburb known for period homes, tree-lined streets and a strong village feel along Upper Heidelberg Road. Ivanhoe blends family-friendly amenities with convenient access to the city and major healthcare and education hubs.

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Why families consider Ivanhoe

Affluent and well-educated professionals, families and downsizers in a mix of heritage (Edwardian, Art Deco, post-war) houses and quality townhouses/apartments. Lifestyle centers on cafes, boutiques, good schools and abundant parks along the Yarra and Darebin Creek.

Amenities & services

Ivanhoe Shopping Precinct (Upper Heidelberg Rd boutiques, cafes, services)
Ivanhoe Plaza (supermarket and specialty stores)
Austin Hospital and Warringal Private Hospital (nearby Heidelberg)
Restaurants and cafes along Upper Heidelberg Rd and Heidelberg Rd
Ivanhoe Aquatic and Fitness Centre
The Centre Ivanhoe (events and community venue)
Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub, 275 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe
Heidelberg Library, 247 Burgundy St, Heidelberg

Transport & connectivity

Ivanhoe and Darebin train stations (Hurstbridge Line)
Bus routes including 510, 546, 548, 549
Major roads: Upper Heidelberg Rd, Lower Heidelberg Rd, Heidelberg Rd, Banksia St, Bell St

Lifestyle & recreation

Ivanhoe Aquatic and Fitness Centre
Ivanhoe Public Golf Course
Chelsworth Park sports ovals and clubs
Darebin Parklands walking and cycling trails
The Centre Ivanhoe (Art Deco events venue)
Local tennis, bowls and football clubs at Ivanhoe Park and Seddon Reserve
Darebin Parklands
Chelsworth Park
Ivanhoe Park
Seddon Reserve
Ford Park
Wilson Reserve
Yarra Flats Park

Education context

Multiple long day care and kindergarten services across the suburb and nearby, with a mix of council-run and private providers; infant places can have waitlists while toddler and kinder places are generally available with planning.

La Trobe University, Bundoora campus
University of Melbourne, Parkville campus
RMIT University, Melbourne City campus