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Kew VIC 3101

Kew is a prestigious, leafy inner‑eastern suburb known for grand period homes, tree‑lined streets and a strong education precinct. It combines tranquil green spaces along the Yarra with vibrant village-style shopping and dining at Kew Junction.

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Why families consider Kew

Affluent and family‑oriented with many professionals, established households and students attending nearby elite schools and universities; housing ranges from heritage Victorian/Edwardian homes to townhouses and apartments near transport and shops; culturally diverse with an active café and dining scene.

Amenities & services

  • Kew Junction shopping and dining precinct (High St/Cotham Rd)
  • Willsmere Village shops
  • St Vincent’s Private Hospital Kew and multiple GP/medical clinics
  • Kew Recreation Centre (aquatics, gym)
  • Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre (nearby Abbotsford)
  • Kew Library (High St, Kew)
  • Balwyn Library (Whitehorse Rd, Balwyn) – nearby
  • Hawthorn Library (Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn) – nearby

Transport & connectivity

  • Trams 48 (North Balwyn–Docklands) and 109 (Box Hill–Port Melbourne) via High St/Cotham Rd
  • Nearest train stations: Hawthorn and Glenferrie (Belgrave/Lilydale lines); Victoria Park (Mernda/Hurstbridge) across the river
  • Bus routes: 200, 207, 302, 304, 905, 906, 907 via Kew Junction/Princess St
  • Major roads: High St, Cotham Rd, Barkers Rd, Princess St/Hoddle Hwy, Studley Park Rd; Eastern Fwy (M3) access nearby

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Studley Park Boathouse and Yarra River walking/cycling trails
  • Kew Recreation Centre (pools, gym, programs)
  • Studley Park Golf Course
  • Victoria Park (sports ovals)
  • Kew Court House (arts and community events)
  • Studley Park
  • Yarra Bend Park
  • Alexandra Gardens (Kew)
  • Victoria Park (Kew)
  • Foley Reserve
  • Raoul Wallenberg Garden

Education context

Good supply of long day care, kindergartens and ELCs around Kew Junction and Cotham Rd; high demand for infant places means waitlists at popular centres, with better availability for 3–5 year olds.

  • Swinburne University of Technology – Hawthorn campus (Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn)
  • University of Melbourne – Parkville campus
  • RMIT University – City campus (Melbourne CBD)
  • Australian Catholic University – Melbourne campus (Fitzroy)