Originally Posted by Petals

I would look at the Metlink site and follow the train lines out from the city.

http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/

For me I have to live near the sea so I like the bayside suburbs and there are a lot.

Glen Waverley is a popular suburb as the train line is particularly good to the city. Also has good schools. Its not near the beach but its a handy suburb and good starting point.

I would go for the more established suburbs, older property perhaps not so glam but the services are all there and there is not such a drain on them as there are in the newer areas. Also internet access is better.

There are many reasonable suburbs commutable to the CBD.

I am sure that once you look at a rental you will be able to decide whether the street is a good one or not by the houses roundabout it.

Happy hunting.

Originally Posted by DownUnderPaddy

To match the requirements of your original post, I would generally agree with any suggestions for NE suburbs in the 10-15k range from the CBD.

Good luck with the move.