Medical care in Surrey Hills ranges from bulk-billing clinics to private practices
GP Clinics
Social — 148 Blake Road
Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.
Oliver’s — 297 Rowan Street
The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.
Specialists
Otto’s (279 Rowan Street) — A solid option in Surrey Hills. Check their website for current hours. Not flashy, just good at what they do.
The Wide Cellar — 191 Elm Drive
A newer addition that has earned its place. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★★.
The Blue Union — 187 Cecil Place
The go-to option for most locals. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★½.
Nearest Hospital
Honest Local — 157 Cecil Place
A newer addition that has earned its place. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★★.
Quarter (96 Elm Drive) — Reliable and consistent in Surrey Hills. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.
Allied Health
The Sunny Cellar — 376 Cecil Place
Been around long enough that quality is consistent. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★☆.
Wide House — 372 Blake Road
Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★☆.
After-Hours Options
Hugo’s (53 Cecil Place) — Worth knowing about in Surrey Hills. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.
Ash Table (108 Elm Drive) — One of the better ones in Surrey Hills. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.
Quick Reference
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Suburb | Surrey Hills |
| Region | Melbourne Inner East |
| Character | Refined, quiet, prestigious |
| Transport | Public transport options in Surrey Hills |
| Coffee price | $5.00-5.50 |
| Dinner out | $35-55 pp |
Tips for Residents
Save the council number. For Surrey Hills, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Surrey Hills Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Elm Drive are what give Surrey Hills its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Elm Drive are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 3 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.
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Getting Around
Public transport options in Surrey Hills. Most daily errands in Surrey Hills can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is improving with new bike lanes on Elm Drive.
Shopping & Errands
The main commercial strip along Elm Drive covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Coles within a short drive. An Asian grocer stocks hard-to-find ingredients.
Weather & Seasons
Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Surrey Hills is sheltered by tree cover in the residential streets. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.
Seasonal highlights: Spring markets and outdoor events run September through November. The council runs free events in the parks during warmer months.
Cost of Living Quick Reference
General daily costs in Surrey Hills: coffee $5.00-5.50, brunch $22-32, dinner out $35-55 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Surrey Hills Cost of Living Guide.
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- Richmond — neighbouring suburb
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Last updated: March 2026
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