The Honest Guide to Templestowe (2026)
No suburb is perfect. Here is what the data says about Templestowe — the good and the not-so-good.
The Pros
- Excellent green space — 66 parks
- Strong school options — 8 schools in the area
The Cons
- Limited dining — only 0 restaurants and 8 cafes
- Minimal nightlife — only 0 drinking venues
- No supermarkets — need to drive for groceries
By the Numbers
Templestowe has 104 verified businesses and amenities. Here is how that breaks down:
| Category | Templestowe | Melbourne Average* |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 0 | ~25 |
| Cafes | 8 | ~12 |
| Bars & Pubs | 0 | ~8 |
| Schools | 8 | ~5 |
| Parks | 66 | ~7 |
| Medical | 5 | ~4 |
Melbourne average is an estimate across all 300+ suburbs.
Who Should Live in Templestowe?
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
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- Best Cafes in Templestowe
- Best Bars in Templestowe
- Cost of Living in Templestowe
- Templestowe Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Templestowe
- Is Templestowe Safe?
- Templestowe 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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