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Australia's Best Family-Friendly Suburbs Revealed! Perfect Transport, Healthcare & Educatio

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Australia's top-rated neighborhoods for raising a family are here!
These areas offer exceptional convenience—but there's a major downside...


Australia's Best Places to Raise a Family – The Rankings

For families, choosing where to live is one of life’s biggest decisions.

Andres Gutierrez, GM of iSelect, notes:
"Starting a family is an exciting journey, but it also requires careful planning—from local support services to future opportunities for your children."

A new iSelect report analyzed key factors like:
✅ Childcare affordability & availability
✅ Quality of healthcare
✅ School access & education standards

The findings? Huge regional disparities in family-friendly infrastructure.


�� Top 3 Family-Friendly Areas

1️⃣ South Canberra, ACT

�� Suburbs: Red Hill, Griffith, Forrest
�� Median House Price: $1.93M (vs. Canberra avg. $1.04M)
�� Median Unit Price: $950K+
�� Why Families Love It:

#1 in childcare availability nationwide

Top-tier public & private schools

Low crime, green spaces, strong community

�� Realtor Insight (Janae McLister):
"The premium is worth it—this area delivers an unmatched quality of life for families."


2️⃣ Leichhardt, NSW (Sydney)

�� Suburbs: Rozelle, Annandale, Leichhardt
�� Median House Price: $2.2M
�� Median Unit Price: $1.12M
�� Why Families Love It:

Walkable, family-friendly vibe

Elite schools + parks

15 mins to CBD

⚠️ The Catch:

Rent: $1,033/week (houses), $675/week (units) – 33% above Sydney’s average.


3️⃣ Bayside, VIC (Melbourne)

�� Suburbs: Brighton, Sandringham, Hampton
�� Median House Price: $2M
�� Median Unit Price: $890K
�� Why Families Love It:

Beachside lifestyle

Top private/public schools

Excellent transport links

�� Realtor Insight (Andy Nasr):
"Families start small here, then upgrade—but even starter homes cost a fortune."


�� The Big Problem? Sky-High Costs

�� All top 10 areas have home prices above $1.17M (national median).
�� Rents are 20-50% higher than city averages.


�� Key Takeaways for Families

✔ Pros: World-class amenities, safety, and schools.
❌ Cons: Extreme housing affordability crisis.
�� Solution?

Consider up-and-coming suburbs near these areas.

Regional hubs (e.g., Geelong, Wollongong) offer better value.

Final Advice:
"Weigh your budget vs. priorities—because even ‘perfect’ suburbs have trade-offs."



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