Running & Cycling in Tottenham

The best routes in Tottenham — tested by people who actually run and ride them weekly

Best Running Routes

Tall Social (126 Main Terrace) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.

Happy Local (323 Glenferrie Avenue) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Open daily. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Hugo — 65 Glenferrie Avenue

A newer addition that has earned its place. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Cycling Paths

The White Store (196 Glenferrie Avenue) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Established in 2020. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Ivy’s (141 Station Place) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Theo Press — 187 Glenferrie Avenue

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★★.

Hill Training

Little Quarter (131 Anderson Grove) — Reliable and consistent in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.

Little Depot — 85 Station Place

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Parkrun

The Black Lane (117 Anderson Grove) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.

Ruby’s (275 Glenferrie Avenue) — A solid option in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Prices are competitive.

Group Runs & Rides

Kai House — 17 Clarendon Street

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

The Blue Commons (68 Anderson Grove) — Reliable and consistent in Tottenham. Open daily. Popular with locals for good reason.

Mabel’s (13 Anderson Grove) — A solid option in Tottenham. Established in 2024. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

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 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.

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 improving with new bike lanes on Clarendon Street.

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 Coles within a short drive. 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 exposed to westerly winds in winter. 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: Winter weekends are for brunching, gallery-hopping, and pub sessions with the fire on. The local traders do seasonal events worth following on socials.

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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