Why move to Melbourne from the UK? Here are just a few reasons to live in Melbourne and Victoria when you migrate to Australia.
Looking for reasons to move to Melbourne or the wonderful state of Victoria? If you’re moving to Australia from the UK, Melbourne and the whole region of Victoria sure to be near the top of your short list. We’re going to take a look at just a few of the reasons why you may want to choose to live in Melbourne.
Melbourne is the sports, arts and cultural capital of Australia, offering stability with healthcare, environment, education, and infrastructure for a population of 4.9 million and growing.
Melbourne may be most familiar to Brits as the setting of the popular Aussie soap Neighbours, but there’s so much more to this popular city than you may think. Melbourne has a highly diverse economy and population leading to a huge variety of cuisines, attractions, and nightlife but it also benefits from a warm climate and brilliant provision of public services.
Melbourne is one of Australia’s oldest cities and the original Australian gold rush town. In the 1850s the unearthing of gold in the area led to a financial boom which made Melbourne the world’s richest city, and a population increase which made it Australia’s largest.
It’s easy to see why The Economist named Melbourne ‘The World’s Most Liveable City’ for seven years in a row. Melbourne has everything you could wish for and a lot more besides.
First Our Top Ten Reasons To Move To Melbourne:
Let’s start with a stunning video to give you an overview of living in Melbourne. Who would not want to wake up to this every morning?
1) The Best Coffee In Australia (If not the world!)
Melbourne’s baristas and coffee roasters are some of the most skilled, creative and technical in the country. Caffeine appreciation is almost a religion in itself in Melbourne.
One thing about Melbourne cafes is that there is no typical Melbourne café. The best of them are rooted in their communities, taking their character from their design, food and in the locals, who start their mornings here religiously.
Whlist Melbourne itself makes a strong claim to be the coffee capital of Australia, if not the world, you will be hard pressed to find a bad cup of coffee anywhere in the state of Victoria – they have got it down to a fine art.
The only thing left for you to do is decide whether to order a flat white, a matcha latte, or an extra hot, strong, 3/4 decaf, 1/2 skinny, 1/2 soy ristretto.
2) Great Housing
The houses in Melbourne and Victoria will be a big attraction for anyone moving from the UK. Rather than rows of similar looking semi-detached and terraced houses you’ll find Melbourne’s charming suburbs filled with unique and spacious detached houses.
Compact and creative, Melbourne’s city centre is a stylish mix of brand new apartment complexes and striking, older buildings hiding smart residences within. Apartment living is second to none in Melbourne’s CBD (Central Business District), it’s just a matter of choosing your style.
The average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Central London is £3083.92 whereas in Melbourne it’s just £1801.42 and a lot less if you are happy living in the leafy suburbs! On the whole, rent prices in Melbourne are 67.40% lower compared to London.
But if you move further afield from Melbourne to towns such as Geelong, Ballarat, Macedon Ranges or Bendigo you’ll find great communities, properties with great character and a lot more space for your money.
One thing for sure – wherever you choose to live in Victoria, you’re sure to find good neighbours!
3) The Perfect Weather
Australia is famous for its unpredictable weather and Victoria is no exception. Located int he south east corner of Australia, Melbourne and Victoria benefit of being a milder climate well suited to Brits who may find cities further north a little too hot.
Although there are some very hot days, the average highest temperature in the summer is a comfortable 26c and generally drops to a mild 14c in the winter. On average, Melbourne and Victoria have 2200 hours of sunshine per year, compared to just 1480 hours in London.
But just when you are need of a welcome relief, mother nature really puts on a show here from crazy heatwaves to electric thunderstorms. Air moves anti-clockwise around a high-pressure system and as this city is close to the coast, it suffers from weather fluctuations due to localised sea breezes. There’s nothing better than an afternoon rainstorm after a 40-degree morning to cool the air for the evening.
The best thing is winter in Victoria is perfect for most British migrants and there is even the opportunity to go skiing in resorts such as Mount Buller, Falls Creek, and Mount Hotham.
4) Beaches
It goes without saying that Australia is home to some of the world’s best beaches. Make the most out of the long, lazy days of summer and take advantage of some of Victoria and Melbourne’s best coastal destinations.
From popular bay side areas just a quick drive from the city to secluded coves worth making a day trip for, Melbourne has plenty to offer for everyone. St Kilda Beach is one of Melbourne’s most iconic coastal spots, attracting a solid mass of tourists and locals alike.
A popular pit-stop along Victoria’s famous Great Ocean Road, the small surf town of Anglesea Beach feels far removed from the city hustle and bustle.
5) Jobs Aplenty
As well as being one of the first countries to implement the 40-hour work week, Australia also pays the highest minimum wage in the world. Melbourne has a very strong economy and rivals Sydney for the title of Australia’s business centre.
Two of Australia’s ‘Big Four’ banks, ANZ and NAB, and several superannuation funds are based here. It’s also the home of the automotive industry; Ford, Holden and Toyota, and Australia’s largest company, BHP Billion. Based on Government projections, Australia will have between 5.6 million and 6.4 million job openings in the years leading up to 2025.
So whatever your skill – from construction to engineering, education to healthcare – you are sure to be in demand. In fact, there are many recruiters keen to talk to you before you even leave the UK.
The economic opportunity spreads throughout the state of Victoria so there are many opportunities to commute to Melbourne or find work in other cities such as Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and Melton.
For example, our friends at the Australian Nursing Agency are constantly on the lookout for UK nurses looking to move to Melbourne. Give them a call and don’t forget to mention PSS to get special treatment! (They may also give you their top reasons for moving to Melbourne and tell you the experience of other PSS customers who chosen to move there.
We are often approached by recruiters with vacancies in Melbourne and other parts of Australia. If you’re interested, complete our online job form and we’ll give you a personal introduction!
6) Unbeatable Brunches
Take a look at a Melburnian’s Instagram on a weekend to appreciate the importance of a Sunday brunch. In fact, the hashtag #melbournebrunch has over 200,000 photos that will make you want to drop everything and book your flight.
Avocado’s with pretty much everything is the staple choice. Brunch in Melbourne is second to none: depending on how you feel you can choose anything from basic scrambled eggs on toast to the most outrageous vanilla and white chocolate waffle stack with salted caramel popcorn defying gravity on top of the dish.
7) The Friendliest People
Melburnian’s are some of the friendliest people you’ll meet. Every shop you enter you’ll be greeted with a ‘Hey, how’re you going?’ and they are always willing to help.
On the whole the people here are very social and you’ll have no problem fitting in with a new group of friends who are constantly planning their next group dinner party or local getaway.
Once you move further out in to Victoria you’ll find people even more welcoming – smaller communities where you’ll quickly be able to make new mates.
So need to worry about whether you’ll be welcome or fit in. As the Neighbours theme song goes, ‘good neighbours become good friends’.
9) Clean Environment
Environmental sustainability is at the heart of Victoria and Melbourne’s future. Melburnians are choosing how to meet their daily needs without compromising the ability of future generations to be able to do the same.
There are already 4.8 million sq. metres of green public park land in Melbourne’s city centre alone. The city’s urban ecology is being designed and managed to balance between its flora and fauna, microclimate, water cycles and its human, social and economic infrastructure.
Planning for sustainable growth is the Victorian Government’s long-term plan for managing Melbourne’s rapid growth and development.
So it’s great to know that when you move to Melbourne, the beautiful environment is being preserved for years to come.
9) Perfect For Sports Fanatics
If there’s a sport to be played there’s a great chance there’s a following for it here in Melbourne. With world class sporting facilities, state-of-the-art arenas and a 24/7 festival-like atmosphere, this athletic city has hosted just about everything and everyone.
You may be surprised that these world-famous stadiums are all within walking distance of the city centre too. You can wander the famous art-covered laneways at 6pm and still be seated at the stadium in time for England vs. Australia in the Rugby World Cup or The Ashes.
And don’t forget that the Australian Grand Prix takes place in Melbourne around the stunning Albert Park so you won’t feel left out of world class events living in this part of Australia.
10) Schools Your Kids Will Love!
Victoria and Melbourne has some of the best primary schools in Australia with highly qualified teachers and programs. There are seven years of primary school – grade ‘prep’ (preparatory year) to grade six.
High school in Victoria runs from Year 7 to Year 12. The School Year starts in January and ends in early to mid-December. Australia has four terms, with the largest break being over December and January so you can enjoy a long summer break including Christmas.
11) Art + Culture
Walk down the famous Hosier Lane and admire the street art that has made Melbourne’s urban art scene renowned around the world. Soak up the diverse variety of murals, portraits and quotes created by both local and international artists.
Appreciate street art all around this colourful city, whether you’re passing a Donald Trump mural on the train to Richmond, or discovering a recent tribute to a well-loved celebrity outside a secret bar in Fitzroy.
Stand beneath the clocks of Melbourne’s architecturally iconic railway station, as tourists and locals have done for generations.
12) Unlimited Travel Opportunities
Melbourne is literally the other side of the world from the UK but you’re never too far from your next adventure. With New Zealand, Fiji, Bali, Japan and Singapore, to name just a few, on your door step you’ll never be short of places to explore. Interstate travel is cheap enough for you to start discovering this beautiful country.
Also Victoria is perfectly positioned to make it easier to visit other rregions and states in Australia.
You can travel just 4 hours by car from Melbourne to experience a short ski break at Falls Creek or fly an hour to Sydney and enjoy the capital for the weekend. You also have Canberra to the north east, Adelaide to the west and stunning Tasmania as the perfect getaway to the south.
There are of course many regular international flights and great deals available for when you want to make a return trip to Europe and the UK.
13) Great Libraries Including The Stunning State Library of Victoria
Melbourne’s best libraries include peaceful reading rooms, speedy Wi-Fi, recording studios and innovative technology.
The State Library of Victoria, a beautiful building in its own right and situated in the heart of the city, is one of Melbourne’s richest pieces of history dating back to 1856. Daily free tours will show you the library’s hidden areas like the Queen’s Hall, a grand old reading room usually closed off to the public.
14) Free Events All Year Round
From exhibitions and theatre shows to live music and festivals, there’s always an event happening somewhere around Melbourne and Victoria – and it’s even more enjoyable when it’s free.
You can check out a free weekly art exhibition at the NGV, enjoy a free gin festival in Brunswick or wander round the legendary Night Market on a Wednesday at Queen Victoria Market.
Here’s a list of free attractions in Melbourne and here’s Timeout’s up-to-date list of things to in Melbourne today – and many of them are free!
15) Shopping and Fashion
Black is the new black when it comes to Melbourne’s fashion. Thanks to the many seasons in one day the typical Melbourne look is a trench coat, a scarf and an umbrella paired with sunglasses.
Whether you’re into luxury shopping or a pre-loved find is more your thing, Melbourne is a haven when it comes to shopping. Discover boutique Melbourne labels in Fitzroy or seek out some classic vintage finds in Brunswick. Check out Melbourne Fashion Week to stay ahead of the trends.
16) Wildlife
It’s not just Melburnians who find the temperate climate so habitable. The state of Victoria is home to many species of Australian native animals.
Forget you’re in a city of almost five million people and relax in Melbourne’s luscious parks and gardens. Over 320 species from around the globe can be discovered in a natural setting just five minutes from the city centre.
Visit Melbourne Zoo to roam through lush Asian and African rainforests, Australian bushland and even underwater. Meet orangutans, Elephants, and unique Australian wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and emus.
17) Public Transport
Melbourne’s public transport is the easiest and best way to get around the city. Buy a Myki smartcard for flexible travel between trains, trams and buses. You can use trams around the CBD for free in the ‘Free Tram Zones’.
Melbourne’s Night Network has provided 24-hour public transport on weekends with all night trains and trams, late night buses, and a 2am coach service to key regional centres. You can also download an app which will tell you in real time when the next service is due.
Not only that as Victoria is Australia’s second smallest state, it has good transport links connecting cities and towns so you will find it a lot easier to get around.
18) Nightlife
Melbourne’s late-night culture is booming like never before. Melbourne’s nightlife scene may seem a little daunting at first with just how much is going on. With different bars, pubs and clubs in every corner of every suburb, where do you even start?
The centre boasts bars for 9-5’ers and students alike. Tour the city to discover some of the best hidden bars, specialising in craft beer, fine Australian wine and inventive cocktails.
Just a short stroll from the city and boasting some impressive, riverside real estate, Southbank and South Wharf also have nightlife options galore.
19) Beautiful Coastlines And Surrounding Countryside
If you love a scenic drive and a good vino, then you’re in luck! Victoria is home to many of Australia’s most beatiful national parks including Grampians National Park, Wilsons Promontory National Park, Great Otway National Park and Mount Buffalo National Park to name just a few.
Melbourne is close to the beautiful Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula wine regions. Known for producing some of Australia’s best Pinot’s, Chardonnay and sparkling wine.
Take a road trip down one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives – The Great Ocean Road. Appreciate the immense 12 Apostles, get close to native wildlife, such as wild wallabies and koalas, and take in iconic surf breaks, perfect rainforest and misty waterfalls on the way.
Experience true Australian bushwalking, surfing and mountain biking excursions,stopping in at cellar doors and dairy farms to stock up on local wines and fresh produce on the journey home.
20) Public Holidays
Everyone loves a public holiday but imagine having even more than you’re used to in the UK. Here, Victorians celebrate a day off for The Melbourne Cup, AFL Grand Final, Labour Day, Anzac Day, Australia Day and even for the Queen’s Birthday.
Most of these public holidays are in the warmer months, so you can enjoy a relaxing day soaking up the sun without worrying about work. Rainy May Day Bank Holiday weekends will be a thing of the past!
21) Food
Melbourne is home to a huge variety of cultures in its numerous restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. Whether you’re hungry for modern, traditional, exotic or home cooking flavours, the cities extensive dining scene offers a surprising selection of the world’s great cuisines, from popular classics to the truly revolutionary.
Sip on a glass of Australia’s finest while snacking on luxury tapas down a laneway, munch on traditional dumplings in Chinatown, or escape the CBD and uncover Melbourne’s specialist eating destinations – Fitzroy for Spanish, Carlton’s ‘Little Italy’, Richmond for Vietnamese and Brunswick for Lebanese.
What makes Melbourne The World’s Most Liveable City?
Have We Convinced You With Enough Reasons To Move To Melbourne and Victoria?
If you choose to live in Melbourne when you migrate to Australia, you won’t be disappointed.
Melbourne has everything you could wish for in your dream move down under. And we have hardly begun to scratch the surface!
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Once you’ve arranged your visa and decided that Melbourne is the city for you, you’ll need to begin arranging your shipping and move to Australia.
Every year, PSS International help hundreds of families make the successful move to their new home in Melbourne and other cities around Australia.
Give our experienced team a call and they’ll be happy to answer all your questions. Also because of the volume we ship, we are sure to give you a great price without compromising on service!
We look forward to helping you with your move down under!
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