Pauri

I grew up here. I felt like I was living in the terrible end of a terrible suburb ... my only saviour was the fact that the train station was in Melton South so that I could get out. My family still live there and they are fine with it. I personally like to live my life doing things. The school I attend there was shocking. If material things mean a lot to you then yes, by all means go there. You'll get a big house on a big block for little money. In my opinion ... you get what you pay for. I'd sooner live in the Bronx ... at least there would be stuff to do there.

I came to Templestowe Lower In 2004 because my now husband owned a house in the neighbourhood. We still live here and I believe this area is good for somethings but not others. On the positive side it is leafy and full of wildlife. It's great for walks (exercise and pleasure) and is a short walk away from creeks and the Yarra river. It is also close to basic shops and a short trip away from Shopping Town. On the negative side ... there isn't much else to do. The public transport is so poor that trying to get anywhere other than the CBD isn't worth the hassle. To get to my workplace in South Yarra, the most efficient way to get there was by bus and two trains. The demographic seems to be older couples with kids in their teens or twenties so there is a bit of 'hoonage'. As a former inner city dweller I find it all a bit dull but it is probably good for those with family and friends in the area, who have access to a car and don't mind sleepy restaurants. There is nothing in the way of a decent pub or bar to relax in. But if you are the type of person happy to do the whole 'family' thing then I guess it's nice. I wouldn't say that it is the cheapest area but is more reasonable than some of the neighbouring suburbs.