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With its relaxed country charm, scenic walking and cycling trails, and excellent local amenities, Sunbury has fast become a suburb of choice. Add in strong infrastructure, quick access to the airport, the Calder Freeway, and nearby rural escapes, and it’s easy to see why more people are calling Sunbury home.
Sunbury has grown from a small country town of 15,000 people in 1986 into a progressive, thriving city, yet it’s never lost its warmth or rural character. REA Group recently recognised this growth, naming Sunbury one of Melbourne’s “supercharged” suburbs for 2025, and the nation’s top pick for house value growth this year.
The property market is reflecting that confidence. We’ve seen a strong return of investors, particularly from interstate, attracted by Sunbury’s affordability and value. Auctions are also gaining momentum, with clearance rates around 80% well above the Melbourne average. Median house prices sit at $680,000, appealing to first-home buyers, families, downsizers and investors alike. Sunbury’s rail links and direct Calder Highway access remain major drawcards, particularly for buyers from surrounding council areas.
Lifestyle is another key factor. Residents enjoy stunning regional parks, wineries, and a wide range of facilities including pools, sports stadiums, tennis courts, golf courses, a skate park, and kilometres of walking and cycling paths. Families are also well supported, with excellent schools from kindergarten through to secondary, soon to be bolstered by a new Salesian College senior campus and a Kangan TAFE.
Community spirit is the heartbeat of Sunbury. From the cafés and restaurants along O’Shanassy Street, to the annual SunFest and Agricultural Show, there’s always something to bring people together. Many who grew
up here are returning to raise their families, while downsizers are finding new opportunities to stay connected. From October, the new Government initiative allowing buyers to secure a home with just a 5% deposit will make home ownership even more accessible.
This scheme is expected to further boost demand in growth areas like Sunbury, giving first-home buyers and young families more opportunities to enter the market and invest in the community’s future.
