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The demographic of this suburb makes it feel almost like a giant retirement village. Lots of middle-aged women walking their dogs around and elderly couples jogging around the parklands, which is charming to see.

Unfortunately there’s hardly any shops or eats other than an early-closing IGA and a smattering of substandard trend-ish cafes. There isn’t a pub or even a McDonald’s here in Rosy! It’s very telling that many reviews here say the best aspect of Rosy is how easy it is to get out of it, thanks to that express train to the city! Some reviews here also over-state the greenery, there isn’t really much other than the parklands.

Other than the lack of shops and things to do, the suburb has a huge noise problem with constant emergency service sirens and police helicopters flying around every other night. And if you drive, be aware that Rosanna Rd is horribly congested during peak times.

If you’re after natural beauty, look a little further out in Eltham, Montmorency or Hurstbridge. If you’re after places to be and things to do, look in Heidelberg, Preston, Reservoir or Greensborough, all far better choices and all similar or cheaper to buy or rent in than Rosy.