West Footscray.

At 8km from Melbourne’s CBD, West Footscray is only a few kilometres further west than neighbouring Footscray, but with very different feel. It’s a great choice for families, young couples and professionals looking for wide open spaces and a friendly community feel. Quiet, yet still close enough to the action, there’s lots of great restaurants, bars and shopping options plus it’s less than 15 minutes to the city by train.

Homes in the area tend to be on larger blocks than in Footscray and are often Californian or Edwardian in style. It’s a popular spot for dog owners too, with many great local dog-friendly parks around such as Hansen Reserve. There are many technology companies basing themselves nearby, and with the Western Health Hospital, professionals from health and IT are drawn to the area. With its growing popularity, properties in West Footscray make a clever choice for potential capital growth.

If you live in West Footscray and are a fan of the AFL there’s a good chance you might visit Whitten Oval, home to the Western Bulldogs. For shopping needs, Footscray Markets and Seddon Village are close at hand, and Highport Shopping Centre is only 5 minutes’ drive. Barkly Village is home to many Vietnamese and Indian grocery stores as well as the West Footscray Community Centre.

West Footscray is a great place to live for those wanting an easy commute to the CBD and enough space to enjoy an active and family-friendly lifestyle.