What's it like to live in Canterbury?
Canterbury is part of Boroondara City in Victoria
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Boroondara City Overall Score
60 out of 100
Canterbury falls within Boroondara City, which scores in the 60th percentile among metro councils in VIC.
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 60/100 |
| Community Services | 80/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 53/100 |
| Core Operations | 49/100 |
What Makes This Area Unique
Melbourne's education and heritage heartland — Hawthorn, Kew, Camberwell, and Canterbury
Boroondara is synonymous with Melbourne's private school belt, tree-lined streets, and established wealth. It spans Hawthorn to Balwyn, with Camberwell Junction as its commercial centre. The streetscapes are beautifully maintained, the heritage overlays are extensive, and the community expects high standards from its council.
Living here: Families move to Boroondara for the schools and stay for the streetscapes. Council is well-resourced and residents are engaged — expect high service levels but also active community debate about development and heritage protection.
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