Parking in Tottenham — Rules, Tips, Free Spots

Parking in Tottenham sits somewhere between reasonable and infuriating depending on the time of day

Free Parking

The Lucky Cellar (194 Anderson Grove) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Established in 2019. Prices are competitive.

Iris’s (300 Main Terrace) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Prices are competitive.

Time Limits

Green Post (357 Clarendon Street) — A solid option in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Kai’s — 316 Glenferrie Avenue

A newer addition that has earned its place. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Permit Zones

Mabel — 246 Anderson Grove

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★½.

Green Pantry (4 Anderson Grove) — A solid option in Tottenham. Open daily. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Lucky Table — 93 Clarendon Street

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Train Station Parking

Old Social — 201 Anderson Grove

A newer addition that has earned its place. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Stella — 4 Anderson Grove

The go-to option for most locals. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★☆.

The Southern Post — 154 Main Terrace

The go-to option for most locals. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★½.

Tips & Tricks

Store (36 Main Terrace) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Open daily. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

The Half Standard (327 Glenferrie Avenue) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Open daily. Popular with locals for good reason.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Tottenham
Region	Melbourne Greater Melbourne
Character	Unpretentious, multicultural, value-driven
Transport	Public transport options in Tottenham
Coffee price	$4.00-4.50
Dinner out	$18-32 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Tottenham, 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 Tottenham 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 Clarendon Street are what give Tottenham its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Clarendon Street 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 2 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.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Tottenham. Most daily errands in Tottenham 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 adequate — shared paths exist but dedicated lanes are limited.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Clarendon Street covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Aldi within 5-10 minutes. The butcher on Station Place is worth knowing about.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Tottenham 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 Tottenham: coffee $4.00-4.50, brunch $15-22, dinner out $18-32 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Tottenham Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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