Ascot Vale, VIC 3032

Ascot Vale has wonderful pubs, restaurants and top produce stores and groceries. It's got a cool, elevated young professionals vibe making it perfect for young families who want a change from the crowded areas of the east. It's so close to everything - I can be anywhere in 20-30 mins! Close to the racecourse can be tricky for traffic during racing season, otherwise it's easy.
Great schools, a welcoming community and frankly, a great investment for property too!

We have lived in Ascot Vale for over 10 years, making the move from the CBD. We chose this suburb because it is a very short drive to the CBD/work, close to great parks/daycare/schools for the kids and very short drive to the best hospitals. A very underrated suburb that has had a huge influx of young families over the last 6 years, which is great for the neighbourhood. Mooney valley council really looks after this neighbourhood well.

Moved in a year ago near racecourse.

Issues regarding social housing estate are overstated, as generally things only happen within the estate itself, which I have yet to experience as well.

Peaceful surrounds and friendly neighbours, with a decent retail street along Union Rd, in close proximity to CBD.

Slight bit of an issue only with traffic being heavy especially during events at the racecourse. However, did not regret a single bit moving here from the overpriced Eastern suburbs.

Too many state-owned flats.

We have lived near the river and the golf course in Ascot Vale for 10 years. It is so green and feels really safe. We have great neighbours and love all the river trails and cafes. Very family friendly and oh so close to the city. There are some great restaurant choices around the area and all the shops you could ever need within walking distance at Highpoint.

Ascot Vale offers so much! It's well connected to the city via train and tram, there's easy access to heaps of parks, playgrounds and dog off-lead parks. The Flemington Showgrounds and Racecourse add a buzz, and there's a real sense of family friendly community. I absolutely love living in Ascot Vale!

We moved to Ascot Vale 12 months ago and we love it (despite being in lockdown nearly the whole time). Ascot Vale has an abundance of beautiful large period homes on leafy streets perched by the edge of the Maribyrnong and Essendon Gold Club. There are vast parklands and walking trails in any direction and tennis and netball facilities on our doorstep. We love the proximity to the city (cycle to Docklands along the river in under 30mins) and access to the airport and Freeways to Western Vic. Union Rs has some hidden gems- wine bars and tapas restaurants which I had never noticed during the day. More options for evening dining on Mt Alexander Rd. No shortage of excellent cafes, boutique grocer and gelato and local florist, butcher and sourdough bakery top it off. One of our favourite bits are the excellent choice of playgrounds within easy walking distance. The suburb is safe for children - and full of children - and there is a great sense of community here with friendly neighbours (but not Nosey!). I can’t see us ever leaving the suburb now - we have found our place!

Close proximity to the CBD and surrounded by an array of transport options all within walking distance.
Beautiful homes, shopping and schools are all nearby and what I especially love about the suburb is that you are only minutes away from to the Royal Showgrounds, Flemington Racecourse and Maribyrnong River.

Love AV. Great family suburb. Awesome shops on Union road including one of Melbourne’s only 24 hour chemists. So handy with littlies. Love the proximity to the river, tennis, golf etc. Super friendly people and a special shout out to the people at Happy Apple that keep us fed🤩… ahhhh my poor bank balance ha ha.

Hi, we have lived in Ascot Vale for about 20 years now and you would be hard pressed to find a better suburb and let me explain why. At the moment it takes me 15 minutes to drive to work into the city, otherwise I jump on a tram at Union Road and then get a train at Newmarket station and am at Spencer Street in 20 minutes. We have Flemington race course, the show grounds with heaps of events all year round, the Maribyrnong river with walking and cycling trails. We are also very close to the airport and Victoria market and all the restaurants and facilities in the city. It has great shopping, coffee shops, a golf course, parks and is a safe place to raise your family. There are a range of great schools both primary and secondary and a variety of of recreational clubs including fishing, gold, football, and cricket People talk about the housing commission but this is being purchased by private investors and much of it is being transformed over time to a mix of private and public housing. I love the area and encourage you to enjoy the experience, it’s a wonderful place to live which is comprised of a fantastic diverse community.