The Whitehorse region, only 15 kilometres from Melbourne with a population of approximately 145,000 residents and covering 64.3 square kilometres includes the increasingly popular suburbs of Blackburn, Box Hill, Burwood, Forest Hill, Mitcham, Mont Albert, Nunawading, Surrey Hills and Vermont.
The region is characterised by tree lined streets, more than 350 bushland reserves and a mix of residential streets and bustling shopping precincts. Each suburb offers a range of public and private primary and secondary education opportunities, as well as well established recreational facilities, making it a popular region for families, couple and retirees. There is one university and 2 TAFE's in the area for higher education.
Popular facilities that locals enjoy include two Aquaink leisure centres, Morack Golf Course, numerous sporting clubs, playgrounds and cycling and walking paths, while public transport allows easy accessibility to the inner city and CBD.
In 2009 the median house price for a unit or apartment was $491,000 while a house cost on average $ 705,000. Steady growth has been experienced across this municipality of late and investing in Whitehorse real estate is highly advisable.
Specific suburb information for the City of Whitehorse: