Tarneit, VIC 3029

As a prospective first home buyer having lived with my parents in Tarneit for almost 2.5 years (Habitat on Davis Creek) I really do believe Tarneit has it all.

For me the stand out points for a young professional and someone who would like to start a family in the near future. I have confidence in the lifestyle drivers, so much going on here:

- Countless parks and walking trails, if youre up for it you can take a drive to the You Yangs, Geelong, or the Great Ocean Road for a weekend adventure.

- Transport is outstanding. As Tarneit is part of the
VLine it takes me less than 30 mins on average to reach Southern Cross Station (sometimes the journey is 25 mins). If Im not mistaken, it would take you about the same time to commute if you were living in suburbs like Northcote, Brunswick or Preston.

- Multiculturalism is another highlight in Tarneit. So lovely to see people from all walks of the planet here. This draws into the community events and local businesses. The food (especially Indian, Middle Eastern, Thai and Vietnamese is top notch). No need to travel all the way into the inner city suburbs to get quality food and dining experiences.

- Safe communities with lively, active people. So many afternoons and evening families are out at the local park, on their bikes, or walking. Its so nice to see! People are friendly and I have never had any issues with crime here. So lovely to see kids playing together and parents having a chat.

- Werribee Plaza is very close and other shopping outlets. You never miss out. There is a growing community and new shopping facilities popping up as the community grows. The new Riverdale Village is a bustling hub and only opened about a year ago. Fit with a fruit and veg shop, Coles, Chemist, Gym to name a few.

- Demand for property is high here as future development of a large sports stadium, a second train station and improved roads and highway connections. The growth here is insane.

Now for a few cons to make it a balanced review:
- Some of the newer parts of Tarneit dont have very wide streets which can me an issue with on street parking.

- Some people use their Garages as additional rumpus/living rooms and open the Garage door which can be noisy. Most people are polite and close up around 8-9pm.

- Since there is a lot of development happening in Tarneit I have seen a lot of illegal dumping of rubbish and it is not nice to see. The council is cracking down on it. It is a slow process and only really notable in newer communities. In saying that we could all do our part and keep Tarneit going up and clean up after ourselves and do the right thing.


There are a lot of opportunities to build and buy around Tarneit. Each year I am noticing land sizes are getting smaller and housing is getting pricier so get in while you can. Hope this review helps.

Tarneit, located approximately 25 kilometers west of Melbourne's central business district, is a rapidly growing suburb in the City of Wyndham. Known for its modern amenities, family-friendly atmosphere, and diverse community, Tarneit offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.Distance: Approximately 25 kilometers west of Melbourne CBD.Commute: Typically around 30 to 40 minutes by car via the Princes Freeway (M1), depending on traffic conditions. Tarneit is also well-served by public transportation, with the Tarneit railway station providing a convenient link to Melbourne's CBD. The V/Line train service takes about 30 minutes to Southern Cross Station. Schools in Tarneit are known for their strong community focus and commitment to providing quality education. Many schools are relatively new and equipped with modern facilities.Tarneit is a vibrant and diverse suburb that has seen significant development in recent years. It is popular among families and young professionals due to its affordable housing options, modern amenities, and strong sense of community. The suburb hosts various community events and activities, fostering a friendly and inclusive environment. Tarneit offers a balanced lifestyle with its proximity to Melbourne's CBD, quality educational institutions, and ample recreational and dining options. Its rapid development and growing infrastructure make it an attractive place to live for those seeking suburban comfort with easy access to urban conveniences.

Overall a fantastic place to live.
Especially st. James wood and seasons estates. Big blocks and more established apart from being more central to all amenities plus greatly connected to the M1 freeway.
Tarneit is quite huge. Going further away from these two estates you can find cheaper houses. But they are almost always on much smaller blocks and not as well connected to amenities.
Have been living here for over 10 years and can say it's super safe full of clean air and surrounded by greenery.
For 900 K or under you can get yourself a decent sized block with a comfortable decent sized house.
Go to Yarraville and pay double with the added bonus of pollution from coode island. No thanks.

We moved to Tarneit from the Mornington Peninsula 3 months ago and absolutely love it! The suburb is as close to the Melbourne CBD as it is to they You-yangs and other natural places, but Tarneit also has a lot of parks and wetlands to enjoy. Most of the streets are very wide, tree lined (even if many are still newly planted) and most houses are cared for and look amazing. I compare this to much of the eastern/south eastern suburbs where many houses are just falling down because no-one cares.

I have been living here since past 11 years, loved living here and seen this area grow. Most of the families that we know are hardworking professionals with great schools and park areas for school.

I have been to Tarneit couple of times. It clearly shows what kind of people live there. They litter everywhere and are least friendly. The houses being built are no less than slums with more concrete and less greener areas. Avoid this suburb if you can afford elsewhere.
All the positive reviews I see here are from the real estate agents trying to project this suburb as a good suburb but it actually isn't

Overall a good area to live, have personally had no issues myself or with the kids, and house prices are going up quite considerably in a short period, which means typically the 'unfriendly people' get pushed out with the rising prices...

Main issues would be the traffic can be bad at times due to multiple main roads having upgrades on them.

This suburb is best for raising kids , with friendly surroundings and good people to meet and greet around with lot of parks and grounds . So far safe from crime and drugs.

Few challenges - Need an additional railway station to ease the commutation / parking issue, Need big town centers / shopping centers with all major brands to support the growing community.

Overall - Safe place to life and integrate with people.

We bought a house here in Tarneit last year and so far we are loving it.

PROXIMITY: We have all the shops, schools, GP, dentist, salons, gym, nearby (just inside 5km radius). Tarneit station is 5-10min drive with alternative routes too! Within 30mins, you’re in the CBD. M1 is very accessible.

COMFORT: We live comfortably in a house with 4BR, 2baths and 2-car garage. We have a huge backyard space whenever we want to have some bbq with friends. We can even park extra 2 cars outside. Inside the house, it is spacious and the kids love it!

PEOPLE: Very multicultural! There is a good mix of Indians, Asians, Kiwis. Neighbours are lovely! We are Aussies btw.

SAFETY: Every time we go out, all we see are families, young professional couples and kids. You can see unchained bikes or even lawn mowers in neighbour’s front yard and no one bothers to take them! We have not encountered any bad incidents in the neighbourhood! We feel very safe as we have home security cameras and alarms installed in our house. SAFETY IS AN INVESTMENT. Crimes are everywhere. What Im trying to say is that if you want peace of mind, then buy these home security devices as if youre installing a smoke alarm! Like fire, you don’t know when a crime will spark so better have these security systems and you can live your life without fears!

So far, I have no negative comments about this suburb!

love living in tarniet.