Victoria location profile
Mentone VIC 3194
Mentone is a leafy, beachside suburb in Melbourne’s south-east known for its relaxed coastal vibe, strong school network, and village-style shopping around the station. It blends family-friendly streets with lively cafes and easy access to sand, surf, and major retail hubs.
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Why families consider Mentone
Predominantly families, professionals, and downsizers drawn by quality schools (Mentone Grammar, Mentone Girls’ Secondary, St Bede’s), coastal lifestyle, and convenient transport. Streets are a mix of period homes and modern townhouses, with an active outdoor culture centered on the beach and sports clubs.
Amenities & services
- Mentone Centre and village shops on Balcombe Rd/Como Parade
- Thrift Park Shopping Centre
- Westfield Southland (nearby)
- GP and dental clinics; access to Sandringham Hospital and Monash Medical Centre
- Cafes, pubs, and restaurants around the station and foreshore
- Parkdale Library (Parkers Rd, Parkdale)
- Cheltenham Library (Charman Rd, Cheltenham)
- Mordialloc Library (Centreway, Mordialloc)
Transport & connectivity
- Mentone railway station (Frankston line)
- Bus routes including 708, 825, 903 SmartBus
- Nepean Highway, Beach Road, Balcombe Road, Lower Dandenong Road, Dingley Bypass
Lifestyle & recreation
- Mentone Beach and Life Saving Club
- Dolamore Reserve sports ovals
- Mentone Tennis and Bowling Clubs
- Cycling and walking on the Bay Trail
- Cinemas and dining at Southland (nearby)
- Mentone Foreshore Reserve
- Dolamore Reserve
- Mentone Recreation Reserve (Brindisi St Oval)
- Gerry Green Reserve (nearby Parkdale)
- Peter Scullin Reserve (nearby Mordialloc)
Education context
Good availability of long day care, kindergartens, and ELCs, with moderate waitlists for infant rooms; multiple centres within a 5–10 minute drive.
- Monash University – Clayton campus (Clayton)
- Monash University – Caulfield campus (Caulfield East)
- Deakin University – Burwood campus (Burwood)
- Holmesglen Institute – Moorabbin campus (Heatherton)