Bayside living

Albert Park is an inner suburb located 3 km south of Melbourne's CBD.

Aspendale is bordered by Port Phillip to the west, Mordialloc and Braeside to the north, Edithvale to the south, and Aspendale Gardens to the east.

Aspendale Gardens is located 27 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD.

Beaumaris is a beachside suburb about 20 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Bentleigh is located 13 kilometres south east from the Melbourne CBD

Bentleigh East is a suburb 14kms south-east of the Melbourne CBD.

Black Rock is a pretty seaside suburb approximately 18km from Melbournes CBD. Like many neighbouring suburbs, the residential development in Black Rock dates partly in the postwar period and due to active conservation movements for the protection of native plants beside roads and on heathlands, Black Rock boasts beautiful surrounds.

Bonbeach is a beautiful beachside suburb in Melbourne about 31km south-east of the CBD.

Brighton is a prestigious, coastal suburb approximately 11km south-east of Melbourne's central business district.

Capel Sound (formerly Rosebud West) is a suburb located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. Its local government area is the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Carrum is a beachside suburb located 33km south-east of Melbournes CBD.

Chelsea is a Melbourne bayside suburb with neighbouring suburbs that include Edithvale and Bonbeach. Chelsea is approximately 30km south-east of the CBD, between Mordialloc and Frankston.

Dromana is seaside suburb on the Mornington Peninsula, nestled between Safety Beach and McCrae, and situated at the foot of the towering peak of Arthurs Seat.

Edithvale is a beachside suburb approximately 28km from Melbourne's CBD.

Frankston is an outer-suburb of Melbourne, located approximately 55 km south-east of the CBD, north of the Mornington Peninsula.

Hampton is an affluent suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's central business district

Hampton East is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 km south-east of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Bayside. At the 2016 Census, Hampton East had a population of 4,689.

Mentone is located approximately 21km south-east of Melbourne's CBD

Middle Park is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 4 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

Mordialloc is a beachside suburb in Melbourne about 24km south-east of the CBD.

Mornington is a seaside town on the Mornington Peninsula, located 57 km south of Melbourne's CBD.

Mount Martha, a residential and beach suburb on the Mornington Peninsula facing Port Phillip Bay, is 6 km south of Mornington and 52 km south of Melbourne.

Newport is an inner suburb 7 km south-west of the Melbourne CBD

Port Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, Australia, 5 km south-west from the Melbourne central business district. It is split between the local government areas of Melbourne and Port Phillip.

Originally known as Banksia Point, Rosebud began life as a fishing community in the early 1850s. Rosebud is now a large beach-side centre fronting Port Phillip on the Mornington Peninsula, located between Rye and Dromana.

Safety Beach is a bayside suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its local government area is the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Sandringham (colloquially known as Sandy) is an affluent, beachside suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, located 19km southeast of Melbourne's central business district. Its local government area is the City of Bayside. At the 2011 Census, Sandringham had a population of 9,309.

St Andrews Beach is located on the Bass Strait side of the southern Mornington Peninsula and it is south of Rye.

St Kilda is an inner suburb of the metropolitan area of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 6 km south-east of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

St Kilda West is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 5 km south of Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Port Phillip.

Williamstown is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 9 km south-west of Melbourne's central business district in the local government area of the City of Hobsons Bay.

Life by the bay varies from peaceful seaside suburbs like Rosebud, to thriving and action-packed metropolis' like St Kilda.

Well established and coveted suburbs with strong demand, a history of sustainable property growth, good schools and transport links.

Looking for fresh air, open spaces and slower pace - a country lifestyle awaits!

We've listed some suburbs that have a great range of exciting things to do... You'll never be bored living here.

Suburbs that are great for raising a family, with excellent schooling options and all the conveniences a family could want within close proximity.

Here are some suburbs where there are some great spots for fishing or boating activities nearby (you may find some hidden gems):

Looking for a delicious location, a foodie hot spot? There are definitely some suburbs that stand out for their culinary scene.

We've hand-picked some suburbs where the locals are super friendly and everyone knows everyone (well nearly).

These suburbs have a flourishing sub-culture, associated with alternative music, arts, organic and artisanal foods and alternative lifestyles.

Looking for a vibrant inner-city lifestyle where every convenience is right at your doorstep. We've shortlisted some inner-city suburbs.