Sports Clubs in Tottenham — Join & Play

Local sports clubs are how you actually meet people after moving to a new suburb

Football (AFL)

Remy’s (139 Anderson Grove) — Reliable and consistent in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Felix Store (85 Main Terrace) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Established in 2021. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Cricket

Good Commons (319 Main Terrace) — A solid option in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Pearl Social — 281 Clarendon Street

The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Tennis & Netball

The Southern Table (353 Glenferrie Avenue) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Prices are competitive.

Max (376 Clarendon Street) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Standard (11 Clarendon Street) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Soccer

New Yard — 36 Glenferrie Avenue

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

Hazel Store — 304 Station Place

The go-to option for most locals. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★☆.

The Black Union (35 Station Place) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Other Sports

Mabel Commons (322 Anderson Grove) — One of the better ones in Tottenham. Check their website for current hours. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Humble Commons (11 Anderson Grove) — Worth knowing about in Tottenham. Established in 2019. Prices are competitive.

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 4 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 decent — the suburb is relatively flat and bikeable.

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 walking distance. There is a small fresh produce market on weekends.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Tottenham is slightly warmer than suburbs further from the coast. 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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