Victoria location profile

Yarra Junction VIC 3797

Yarra Junction is a semi-rural Upper Yarra Valley township known for its community feel, leafy outlooks, and access to trails and rivers. It appeals to families and outdoorsy buyers seeking larger blocks, local amenities, and a quieter lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne.

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Why families consider Yarra Junction

Family-oriented and community-focused with a mix of young families, tradies, and retirees. Housing is largely detached on generous blocks, with a relaxed country-town vibe, local schools, and strong sport and volunteer networks.

Amenities & services

Yarra Junction Shopping Village (incl. Woolworths, pharmacies, specialty shops)
Yarra Junction Medical Centre and local allied health
Upper Yarra Dental
Cafes, bakery and Yarra Junction Hotel
Post office and essential services
Yarra Junction Library (Eastern Regional Libraries) — Yarra Junction
Warburton Library — Warburton (nearby)

Transport & connectivity

Nearest train: Lilydale Station (with connecting 683 bus)
Bus: Route 683 Lilydale–Warburton via Yarra Junction
Major roads: Warburton Highway (B380), Yarra Junction–Noojee Road (C425), Little Yarra Road

Lifestyle & recreation

Warburton Rail Trail (cycling/walking)
The Yarra Centre (indoor pool, gym, courts)
Upper Yarra Museum
Yarra Junction Recreation Reserve (football/netball/tennis)
Access to Yarra River for fishing and paddling
O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail (nearby)
Yarra Junction Recreation Reserve
Yarra River corridor and local river reserves
Warburton Rail Trail green corridor
Wesburn Park (nearby)
Little Yarra River reserves

Education context

Several local options (long day care, kindergarten and family day care) with generally good availability; infant places can have waitlists during peak periods.

Box Hill Institute — Lilydale Lakeside campus (Lilydale)
Deakin University — Burwood campus
Swinburne University of Technology — Hawthorn campus
Monash University — Clayton campus