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    Western side of Melbourne

    You do know that the Census figures are self-reported (i.e. that the people living in that area gave that information themselves)? If anything, the figures are likely understated. I'm not sure why it's so hard to believe that a suburb on the fringe of the city, largely made up of average...
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    Western side of Melbourne

    My source is the Census (www.abs.gov.au). Go into the Census section and look up Caroline Springs in Quick Stats. What's the difference between Caroline Springs, Burnside, Taylors Hill, Hillside and the other suburbs in the area? I'm sorry but if you think any sane person will pay close...
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    Western side of Melbourne

    Correction: there are people who have houses that they want 800k for. There is no shortage of land there so I'm not sure how these prices are even determined. Anyone can buy land there and build a house exactly how they like. Why would anyone pay 800k for a house when they can do that? Also...
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    Western side of Melbourne

    I actually lived right next to it in a neighbouring suburb for seven years (2003-2010). My family still lives in said suburb and I visit regularly. Unless you work in retail, there is very limited employment there and poor infrastructure. Feel free to prove me wrong if you like. Most people seem...
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    Western side of Melbourne

    I would advise against buying in Caroline Springs or any of the other new outer suburbs. Sure, the houses are "nice" but you'll pay for that house through no public transport, lack of infrastructure, no local employment and very long commute times. I would also expect many of the houses in these...
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