Berwick Suburb Profile

Berwick, Victoria, is a suburb south-east of Melbourne. It is part of the City of Casey LGA and Greater Melbourne metropolitan area.

Berwick is located approximately 45 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. Driving from Berwick to Melbourne typically takes about 40 minutes via the Monash Freeway (M1). If you are more comfortable taking public transport, Berwick Train Station offers regular services on the Pakenham line, with journeys from Berwick Station to Melbourne CBD averaging around 50 minutes.

The Berwick postcode is 3806. 

Did you know: Berwick, Victoria, was named by an early leaseholder for his hometown of Berwick-on-Tweed, UK. However, its history stretches back much further, with the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation living in the area for thousands of years.

Residents of Berwick have access to a range of amenities like Eden Rise Village and Berwick Marketplace for daily groceries. Minta Hilltop, Pioneers Park, Berwick Springs Park, and several other parks and playgrounds near Berwick provide ample room for kids to play safely, while Akoonah Park Market is often used for community events. There are also exceptional medical centres in Berwick, including Casey Hospital and St. John of God Berwick Hospital, plus family and specialist clinics.

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Berwick is home to numerous primary schools, secondary schools, and higher education campuses. Notable institutions include Berwick Primary School, St Margaret’s School, Nossal High School, and the Berwick campuses of Monash University and Chisholm Institute. These establishments provide diverse educational opportunities, catering to the varied needs of all families.

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Berwick’s tree-lined streets are home to several historic buildings within this bustling community. The suburb’s heritage is showcased by a number of buildings first erected in the mid to late 1800s, including the Border Hotel, now known as the Berwick Inn, the former post office and the former site of the Berwick Mechanics Institute and Free Library.

As part of Melbourne’s historic south-eastern region, Berwick is neighboured by the likes of Beaconsfield and Officer to the east, Clyde to the south, Narre Warren to the west and the natural beauty of Harkaway to the north.

According to the 2021 Census, Berwick had a population of just over 50,000. The community is diverse, with 62.3% born in Australia and many hailing from India, Sri Lanka, England, China, and New Zealand.

Berwick is especially welcoming for established families. Around 80% of households are family homes, with a high representation of school-aged children and 40-to-50-year-olds.

Berwick offers a mix of property types, from heritage homes to modern townhomes. For those looking for property for sale near Berwick in new developments, Arcadia Estate in nearby Officer provides modern living options in close proximity to all the suburb’s charming amenities.

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From a day out in Wilson Botanical Park to browsing the best local produce at the Berwick Farmers Market at The Old Cheese Factory, the lifestyle here is calm and community-centred. Parks and walking trails provide easy access to nature, while Westfield Fountain Gate in neighbouring Narre Warren offers a cinema and plenty of social activities for all ages.

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Local favourite restaurants in Berwick include the family-friendly Berwick Springs Hotel and the historic Berwick Inn. Near the Inn, where Princes Highway meets Clyde Road, you will also find a wide selection of global fare around Berwick Village. Whether it’s La Baguette for a taste of France, Shanikas Berwick for Italian favourites, The Brick House for Sri Lankan, or The Courthouse for late-night cocktails, your tastebuds will feel right at home in Berwick.