Mount Waverley Suburb Profile

In Melbourne’s south-east, living in Mount Waverley means enjoying the king of convenience. This desirable location offers an array of facilities catering to growing families and sports lovers alike. At the heart of the suburb is the Mount Waverley Village Shopping Centre, overflowing with storefronts that service day-to-day needs. Meanwhile, Pinewood Shopping Centre in the south-west adds a cinema complex and a variety of cafés and restaurants to the mix. 

Being such a large suburb, living in Mount Waverley also means having room to spread out. Oversized blocks with spacious homes are complemented by plentiful parks and recreation options, from bushwalking at Damper Creek to kicking a ball around at Pinewood Reserve. The suburb boasts an array of schools (seven primary schools to be exact), a well-connected train and bus network, and proximity to Monash University and Deakin University in neighbouring suburbs. It’s no wonder Mount Waverley is highly ranked for family-friendly living. 

Area Features

Location Is King

Although Mount Waverley has a lot to boast about when it comes to suburban living, it’s also well-positioned to tap into the best of its neighbours, be it fashionable Chadstone Shopping Centre, the prestigious Monash University or Glen Waverley’s foodie hub.

Spoty Paradise

Sport-obsessed Mount Waverley loves to play in the great outdoors, especially in the playing fields that are home to two local AFL clubs. Year-round, the facilities are put to good use through netball, soccer, cricket, and tennis. For a slower pace, head to the Riversdale Golf Club and walking trails.