Flemington at a glance.
- Postcode: 3031 | LGA: City of Moonee Valley & City of Melbourne | Distance to CBD: ~4 km north-west
- Character: Iconic racecourse & showgrounds, Victorian/Edwardian streetscapes, diverse dining on Racecourse Road
Livability.
- City-edge convenience: Quick tram and train links into the CBD with easy freeway access.
- Period charm + parks: Rows of terraces near green spaces like Debneys Park and the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail.
- Food & everyday shopping: Racecourse Road’s global eats and Newmarket Plaza (major supermarket) make errands simple.
Property & streetscape.
Expect a mix of single- and double-storey Victorian terraces, Edwardian/Federation homes, 1960s walk-ups and modern apartments. Pockets around Wellington St, Pin Oak Crescent and the streets off Racecourse Road are popular with buyers and renters seeking heritage streets close to transport and cafés.
Lifestyle & amenities.
- Landmarks: Flemington Racecourse (host of the Melbourne Cup) and Melbourne Showgrounds anchor the suburb’s west.
- Parks & trails: Debneys Park for sport and play; Moonee Ponds Creek Trail for cycling and jogging.
- Main street: Racecourse Road hums with multicultural dining and everyday services; Newmarket Plaza brings a full-line supermarket and conveniences.
Getting around.
- Train: Newmarket (Craigieburn line) and Flemington Bridge (Upfield line); event-only stations at Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse.
- Trams: Route 57 along Racecourse Rd/Epsom Rd; Route 59 along Mt Alexander Rd.
- Buses: Multiple routes including 402 across Racecourse Rd linking Footscray, hospitals precinct and Carlton.
Schools & zoning.
Local options include Flemington Primary School and Debney Meadows Primary School, with Mount Alexander College (Years 7–12) on Mount Alexander Rd; St Brendan’s Primary serves Catholic families. Always confirm enrolment zones via the Victorian Find My School tool.