Camberwell
vic 3124

Lifestyle & Community

The streets in Camberwell are lined with magnificent old trees, heritage gardens and exquisite Victorian and Edwardian homes.

Camberwell balances vibrant retail activity centered around Burke Road and Camberwell Junction with quiet, tree‑lined streets and heritage residences. The Sunday Market at Camberwell Junction hosts over 370 stallholders and is a long-standing community tradition. Residents enjoy access to local cafes, boutiques, grocery stores, classic cinemas such as Rivoli Cinema and recreational parks including Fordham Gardens and Frog Hollow Reserve. Community feedback highlights excellent walkability, safety, and a strong neighbourhood vibe.

Transport

Camberwell is exceptionally well connected. The suburb is served by Camberwell, East Camberwell, Riversdale, Willison and Hartwell railway stations on the Alamein, Belgrave and Lilydale lines, offering about a 15-minute commute to Flinders Street. Tram routes 70, 72 and 75 converge at Camberwell Junction on Burke Road.

Schools & Education

Camberwell lies within the highly regarded educational catchments of the City of Boroondara, home to numerous top-performing schools. Camberwell Grammar School, located just next door in Canterbury, currently enrolls about 1,300 students and is one of Victoria’s academic standouts. Camberwell High School, also in nearby Canterbury, is a co-educational public school with over 950 enrolments and offers modern facilities including performing arts, technology hubs and a sports hall. Siena College, a Catholic girls’ school for Years 7 to 12, is known for its strong extracurricular offerings and sporting achievements. Local primary education options include Camberwell Primary School, St Dominic’s, and Hartwell Primary, which serve younger residents in and around the suburb.

Housing & Real Estate

Camberwell is known for its elegant heritage homes, leafy streets and high residential stability. Separate houses make up about 60 percent of dwellings, while units and apartments account for approximately 40 percent. A prestigious inner-east suburb, the area continues to attract investors, including overseas buyers, particularly from China, which has contributed to sustained house-price growth.

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