The Honest Guide to Surrey Hills (2026)
No suburb is perfect. Here is what the data says about Surrey Hills — the good and the not-so-good.
The Pros
- Solid food options — 10 restaurants and 14 cafes
- Excellent green space — 14 parks
The Cons
- Minimal nightlife — only 0 drinking venues
By the Numbers
Surrey Hills has 49 verified businesses and amenities. Here is how that breaks down:
| Category | Surrey Hills | Melbourne Average* |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 10 | ~25 |
| Cafes | 14 | ~12 |
| Bars & Pubs | 0 | ~8 |
| Schools | 5 | ~5 |
| Parks | 14 | ~7 |
| Medical | 2 | ~4 |
Melbourne average is an estimate across all 300+ suburbs.
Who Should Live in Surrey Hills?
Families who prioritise schools, parks and quiet streets.
Who Should Look Elsewhere?
If you need extensive nightlife options, look at Fitzroy, Collingwood or St Kilda.
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Surrey Hills
- Best Cafes in Surrey Hills
- Best Bars in Surrey Hills
- Cost of Living in Surrey Hills
- Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Surrey Hills
- Is Surrey Hills Safe?
- Surrey Hills Transport Guide
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
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