Is Essendon Good for Young Professionals? (2026)

Young Professional’s Guide to Essendon (2026)

YP Score: 10/10

Population: 20,476

Nightlife

22 bars and pubs. This is one of Melbourne’s best nightlife suburbs.

Food Scene

63 dining options. You could eat somewhere different every week for {dining // 4} months.

Commute

Check PTV Journey Planner for your specific commute. Myki costs ~$165/month.

The Verdict

Top choice for young professionals — strong nightlife, dining and walkability.

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• Cost of Living in Essendon
• Essendon Neighbourhood Guide
• Family Guide to Essendon
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.

Sources

• OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
• ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
• REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au