Merrifield Estate: Growing hub of Melbourne's North
Offering city convenience against a countryside backdrop, Merrifield Estate combines community, culture, opportunity and leisure. In the heart of Melbourne's north, this desirable city offers easy access to all life's essentials.
Over the last decade it has become Victoria's largest masterplanned mixed-use community, complete with shops, parks, schools, sporting grounds and a growing city centre poised to become a retail and entertainment epicentre.
Growing city located in the heart of Melbourne’s north
A rising suburb just 30 kilometres from Melbourne CBD, Mickleham VIC is surrounded by open space and farmland. At the centre is Merrifield Estate. Combining 120 hectares of open space with everything you could possibly need nearby, the community celebrates modern living while honouring the area's rural history.
Escape the city without sacrificing convenience at Merrifield. Five times the size of Melbourne CBD, this remarkable estate has been built to be a city you rarely have to leave. And when you do, transport links make commuting or weekend adventures simple.
A two-minute drive from the Hume Freeway and 12 minutes from Craigieburn Station, you'll have plenty of options to get you from A to B. A 40-minute drive or a 45-minute train ride from Craigieburn will bring you to Melbourne CBD.
Retail centre and amenities at your fingertips
Merrifield Estate is a connected and convenient community like no other. With spaces to gather, shop, relax, play and discover, it truly has it all. Nestled within the countryside of southern Victoria and surrounded by beautiful parks, you'll find cafes, shops, medical services and recreational facilities.
Merrifield City is at the centre of the community. Retail-led and anchored by a major supermarket, the outer-city metropolis is designed to become a leading destination for modern suburban living. The first stage was completed in 2020. Spanning 7,000m², the shopping centre homes speciality stores, a medical centre, food outlets and wellness services. Everything is a convenient walk or cycle from your doorstep.
Built on a strong community foundation
Merrifield Mickleham celebrates diversity and inclusiveness. As part of the 2023 community survey, residents said they feel a strong sense of community and a distinct local spirit.
Year-round events make socialising with friends, family and neighbours easy. Residents have gathered to light lamps in celebration of Diwali and marked Halloween with a spooky house decoration competition.
And there are plenty of opportunities to connect day-to-day. Get stuck into outdoor activities at the Merrifield Recreation Reserve or meet like-minded neighbours at the Mickleham North Community Centre which has facilities for all ages.
The Merrifield Community Partnerships Program funds initiatives to help shape an even stronger community. It funds local community groups and programs such as The Bush Bus, Merrifield Chess Club, Music Playgroup and Merrifield Panthers Sporting Association.
Spaces for everyone to enjoy
With a focus on a healthy and active lifestyle, Merrifield Mickleham boasts quality parks, sporting grounds and recreational facilities. Access to open space was voted the top most valued thing about living in Merrifield Estate by residents.
Several parks and playgrounds are within walking distance. The recently opened Belmore Park features a scooter track, plenty of kickabout space, skate mounds, play equipment and a picnic shelter. It forms part of the 120+ hectares of beautifully landscaped open space. Upon completion, every home will be within a 5-minute walk of a local park.
The focal point for health and activity, the 9.5-hectare recreation reserve includes two AFL/cricket ovals, six tennis courts, a half basketball/netball court, pavilion buildings, playgrounds and a 5,000 square metre off-leash dog park. At Merrifield, there is something for everyone.
Quality education for children of all ages
Merrifield Victoria supports and nurtures the development of future generations. With three schools and many education options, lifelong learning is a priority and quality education is within easy reach.
Kool Kidz Childcare & Kindergarten, Gaayip-Yagila Primary School, Holy Cross Primary School and Mickleham Secondary College sit within the estate. Nine more options are less than 10km away. A proposed tertiary institute will extend Merrifield's educational opportunities to residents above school age.
The Mickleham North Community Centre is a multipurpose facility and the biggest in the City of Hume. By mid-2025, the centre is expected to offer kinder to up to 99 local children at a time.
The future has never looked brighter
Merrifield Estate is strategically positioned for growth and development. Set in Melbourne’s booming northern corridor and offering timely delivery of key infrastructure, the community is already a thriving place to live — and poised to get even better.
The 165-hectare Merrifield City Centre is set to become a new epicentre for shopping, dining and entertainment, featuring a childcare centre, a gym, allied health services and office spaces. A future local town centre and market square will offer further options for retail and dining.
Over 1.2 kilometres of walking and cycling trails will meander throughout the Merrifield Recreation Reserve, with fitness equipment and lush green space dotted along the route. The Merrifield Business Park, spanning 415 hectares, will be Victoria's largest masterplanned business and employment precinct — just a two-minute drive from Merrifield.
Homes for every chapter of life
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For those ready to start their life at Merrifield Mickleham, our completed homes and townhouses for sale might be the answer. All homes are a short distance from the contemporary conveniences that make daily life that little bit easier.
A community that has it all
Feel connected and at home at Merrifield. Live a relaxed, suburban life with everything you need nearby in a community designed with you in mind. Escape the city without sacrificing convenience. Parks, sporting grounds, schools, lifestyle facilities and a growing city centre will be at your fingertips. Merrifield Estate is an exceptional place to call home.