Melbourne has been named Australia's most liveable city and the 10th in the world in the Global Liveability Index 2022 . Released by the
Melbourne has again topped the list as Australia's most liveable city and the 10th most liveable city in the world in the Global Liveability Index 2022 released by the Economist Intelligence Unit.
By 1865, it had overtaken Sydney as Australia's most populous city. This economic boom peaked during the 1880s and Melbourne had become the richest city in the world.
There are many reasons why life in Melbourne is so highly valued: there are multiple public transport options, relatively low crime rates, and plenty of jobs. Plus, it offers an awesome arts and culture scene, first-rate universities and an easy lifestyle.
“The city's back. We are thriving and Victorians can be very proud of what they've achieved.” Melbourne had spent seven years on top of the world's most liveable city list until it was dethroned in 2018 by Vienna. It was ranked ninth in the 2021 survey.
Toorak, 3142
The most expensive suburb close to the Melbourne CBD is the leafy suburb of Toorak. Arguably the suburb people most Australians consider to be the most expensive in Melbourne, Toorak has a median house price of $3,043,600 and is located just five kilometres from the city centre.
The city's vibrant arts and culture scene deeply reflects its multicultural identity. Known as Australia's cultural capital, Melbourne is home to galleries, museums, theatres, and heritage sites.
If you've never visited Australia before and are looking for in-your-face classic tourist activities and Instagrammable heaven, then Sydney might be the best choice. But if you're looking for a destination where you have to scratch the surface a little to discover some rich culture, give Melbourne a try.
Melbourne is known for its abundance of entertainment, its unique nightlife, as well as it is gorgeous scenery and stunning architecture.
Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics
On the flipside, the state's most disadvantaged suburb is Broadmeadows, followed by Corio and Campbellfield.
1. Toorak – $5.18m. Toorak, one of Melbourne's most exclusive and affluent suburbs, is a long-standing front runner for property prices so it's no surprise to see this suburb at the top of the list yet again. Toorak is located about 5km south-east of the CBD and has a range of luxury properties on offer.
Melbourne's sister city relationship with Thessaloniki recognises Melbourne's large and dynamic Greek community and helps to reinforce the many similarities between these two great port cities. Melbourne is home to the largest Greek-speaking population outside of Europe, and has strong connections to Greece.
Melbourne has been named Australia's most liveable city and the 10th in the world in the Global Liveability Index 2022 . Released by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the title is awarded to the city with the highest score for stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education and infrastructure.
“Melbourne is a smart city and we want to work with the community to design, develop and test new ways to share data and knowledge for the benefit of all,” she said.
More affordable living
For starters, Melbourne is cheaper to live in than in Sydney. The cost of living in Melbourne is much lower than in Sydney. Hence, you can live a more comfortable lifestyle near the Victorian capital on less money. Also, Melbourne offers some serious deals on real estate.
1. Adelaide. Adelaide is often described as Australia's most underrated and beautiful city, and it is not hard to see why once you have visited this gorgeous place. It is a cultural hub, home to an excellent dining culture, several museums and art galleries, as well as gorgeous scenery wherever you look.
Sometimes absurdly competitive for the mantle of the country's "greatest" city, Sydney and Melbourne are Australia's two largest cities both offering a similar abundance of quintessential Australian experiences for travelers. However they are really very different beasts, appealing to visitors of different stripes.
Melbourne is predicted to overtake Sydney by 2031-32, when the Victorian capital is forecast to reach a population of six million, pipping its northern rival by a couple of hundred thousand people, new data from the Centre for Population reveals.
It's no wonder that Melbourne consistently rates as the most liveable city in the world. Numerous public transport options, low crime rates, plenty of career opportunities, a fantastic arts and cultural scene, excellent universities and a relaxed lifestyle makes Melbourne the place for anyone and everyone.
The City of Melbourne is home to one of the world's most harmonious and culturally diverse communities. Our population is made up of people from all over the world. Around 140 cultures are represented, from Victoria's original Indigenous inhabitants to more recent migrants from countries in Europe, Asia and Africa.
Greek Cypriots
The largest waves of Cypriots to Melbourne came as a result of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, however Cypriots have been emigrating to Victoria since the Gold Rush. There are significant numbers of Cypriots particularly in the Northern and South Eastern suburbs.
Time Out has released its annual list of the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world, with inner north mainstay Fitzroy nabbing the highest Aussie spot on the list, coming in at #27.
There are numerous active congregations in the Jewish community, many concentrated in Caulfield and the St. Kilda suburbs, although other areas such as Bentleigh house a significant number of communities.