{"id":14488,"date":"2026-10-21T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T08:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/?p=14488"},"modified":"2026-10-21T08:00:59","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T08:00:59","slug":"safest-suburbs-in-melbourne-for-students-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/student-success\/safest-suburbs-in-melbourne-for-students-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Safest Suburbs in Melbourne for Students (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"14488\" class=\"elementor elementor-14488\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2189bca9 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2189bca9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-205f6f7d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"205f6f7d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Choosing where to live in Melbourne is about more than finding a room near your university. You\u2019ll also want to feel comfortable walking around your neighbourhood, getting home after class and using public transport.<\/p><p>Some Melbourne suburbs have consistently low recorded crime and a quieter residential feel. Areas such as Wattle Glen, Eltham, Yarrambat, Camberwell, Canterbury, Kew and Balwyn often come up in safety comparisons.<\/p><p>For students, though, the safest suburb on paper may not be the most practical choice. A quiet suburb that takes an hour to reach campus may be less convenient than a well-connected area closer to your university. So, when comparing suburbs, look at safety alongside transport, rent and your daily commute.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f87130a elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"f87130a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__f87130a\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__f87130a\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__f87130a\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-350c6dab elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"350c6dab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong><b>Safest Suburbs in Melbourne for Students<\/b><\/strong><\/h2><p>There isn\u2019t one official list of the safest suburbs in Melbourne. Rankings can also change depending on the year, the type of offences included and whether the data is based on the number of incidents or the population.<\/p><p>The following suburbs are commonly included in recent Melbourne safety comparisons and can be worth considering as a student:<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td width=\"133\"><p><strong><b>Suburb<\/b><\/strong><\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p><strong><b>Area<\/b><\/strong><\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p><strong><b>Why students may consider it<\/b><\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Wattle Glen<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>North-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Quiet, leafy setting and lower recorded crime<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Eltham<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>North-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Green spaces, local shops and train access<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Yarrambat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>North-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Small, quiet community with a suburban feel<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Camberwell<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>Inner-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Good public transport and close to several universities<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Canterbury<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>Inner-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Quiet residential streets and convenient transport<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Kew<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>Inner-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Close to the CBD with shops, caf\u00e9s and tram connections<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Balwyn<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>Eastern Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Residential area with good local amenities<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Templestowe Lower<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>North-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Leafy streets, parks and a quieter atmosphere<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Beaumaris<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>Bayside<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Peaceful residential area close to the coast<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"133\"><p>Glen Iris<\/p><\/td><td width=\"139\"><p>South-east Melbourne<\/p><\/td><td width=\"328\"><p>Good transport links and access to parks<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>These suburbs aren\u2019t ranked from safest to least safe. Crime figures can change over time, so it\u2019s better to look at recent data as a guide rather than treating any suburb as completely crime-free.<\/p><h3><strong><b>1. Wattle Glen<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Wattle Glen is a small, leafy suburb in Melbourne\u2019s north-east. It has a quieter feel than many of the more built-up parts of the city and is surrounded by plenty of green space.<\/p><p>Recent Melbourne safety comparisons have placed Wattle Glen among the suburbs with relatively low recorded crime. Its residential setting may appeal if you\u2019d rather live somewhere peaceful than in a busy student area.<\/p><p>The main thing to consider is the commute. Wattle Glen is further from central Melbourne, so check your travel time before choosing accommodation here.<\/p><h3><strong><b>2. Eltham<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Eltham is another north-eastern suburb known for its greenery and relaxed residential atmosphere. It has local shops, caf\u00e9s and a train station, making everyday travel easier.<\/p><p>For students, Eltham can work well if you prefer a quieter neighbourhood and don\u2019t mind living further from the city centre. The train connection is particularly useful if your university is accessible from the Hurstbridge line.<\/p><p>You\u2019ll want to compare the commute with your class schedule, especially if you have early morning lectures.<\/p><h3><strong><b>3. Yarrambat<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Yarrambat is a smaller suburb in Melbourne\u2019s north-east and has a distinctly suburban feel. It is surrounded by parks and open spaces, so it can suit students who prefer a quieter place to live.<\/p><p>It has appeared in recent Melbourne safety lists because of its relatively low recorded crime. However, it is not as centrally located as suburbs such as Camberwell or Kew.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re considering Yarrambat, check how you\u2019ll get to campus and whether the travel time works for you.<\/p><h3><strong><b>4. Camberwell<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Camberwell is one of the more practical choices if you want a quieter suburb without moving too far from central Melbourne.<\/p><p>The suburb has several tram routes, a train station, shops and caf\u00e9s. Its location also makes it useful for students travelling towards the CBD and several universities in Melbourne\u2019s inner suburbs.<\/p><p>Camberwell can be more expensive than some outer suburbs, so you\u2019ll need to compare accommodation prices before deciding.<\/p><h3><strong><b>5. Canterbury<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Canterbury sits close to Camberwell and has a mainly residential character. It is known for its leafy streets and access to public transport.<\/p><p>Its location makes it easier to travel towards the CBD and nearby university areas, while still giving you a quieter place to come home to.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/au\/melbourne\/student-accommodation\">student accommodation Melbourne<\/a>, compare the distance from your property to the nearest station or tram stop rather than judging the suburb only by its name.<\/p><h3><strong><b>6. Kew<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Kew is an established inner-eastern suburb with plenty of shops, caf\u00e9s, parks and public transport options. It is also relatively close to the CBD compared with many of the safer suburbs further east and north.<\/p><p>For students, this can make Kew a good middle ground. You get a residential setting while still having reasonably easy access to central Melbourne.<\/p><p>The downside is that accommodation can be expensive, so your budget will be an important factor.<\/p><h3><strong><b>7. Balwyn<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Balwyn is another eastern suburb that frequently appears in Melbourne safety comparisons. It has a quiet residential feel, tree-lined streets and plenty of local amenities.<\/p><p>It may suit students who prefer a calmer neighbourhood rather than living in the middle of the city.<\/p><p>Public transport is available through buses and trams, although your commute will depend on where your university and accommodation are located.<\/p><h3><strong><b>8. Templestowe Lower<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Templestowe Lower has a leafy suburban setting and access to parks and open spaces. It is further from central Melbourne, but it can be appealing if you value a quieter environment.<\/p><p>The area has also been recognised in liveability comparisons for its low-crime, residential character.<\/p><p>For students, the main trade-off is transport. Check your route to university carefully before choosing accommodation here.<\/p><h3><strong><b>9. Beaumaris<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Beaumaris is a bayside suburb in Melbourne&#8217;s south-east. It has a quieter atmosphere, coastal walks and plenty of residential streets.<\/p><p>It can be a good option if you prefer living away from the busy inner city. However, it is not the most convenient choice for every student, particularly if you need to travel to a university in the northern or western parts of Melbourne.<\/p><p>Rent can also be higher in some parts of the suburb, so check accommodation costs alongside safety.<\/p><h3><strong><b>10. Glen Iris<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Glen Iris offers a mix of residential streets, parks and public transport. It is close enough to central Melbourne to make commuting manageable for many students, while still feeling less hectic than the CBD.<\/p><p>The suburb has train, tram and bus connections, depending on where you live. This makes it worth considering if you want a quieter area without giving up transport options.<\/p><h2><strong><b>How to Choose a Safe Suburb in Melbourne as a Student<\/b><\/strong><\/h2><p>Crime data is useful, but it shouldn\u2019t be the only thing you look at when choosing where to live.<\/p><h3><strong><b>Check Your University Commute<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>A suburb can look perfect on a safety list but become inconvenient if you spend hours travelling to class every day. Check the journey from the actual accommodation to your campus, including walking time and transfers.<\/p><h3><strong><b>Look at Public Transport<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Living close to a train station, tram stop or reliable bus route can make daily life much easier. This matters even more if you have early classes or regularly return home in the evening.<\/p><h3><strong><b>Check the Area Around Your Accommodation<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Suburb-wide crime figures don\u2019t tell you what every street is like. Look at the immediate area around the property, including nearby streets, shops and your route to public transport.<\/p><h3><strong><b>Compare Rent<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Some of Melbourne\u2019s quieter and safer suburbs can also be expensive. Don\u2019t stretch your accommodation budget simply because a suburb appears near the top of a safety list.<\/p><h3><strong><b>Think About Your Daily Routine<\/b><\/strong><\/h3><p>Think about where you\u2019ll buy groceries, how you\u2019ll get home after an evening out and how often you\u2019ll use public transport. A suburb that works well for your routine is often a better choice than one that simply has a good safety ranking.<\/p><h2><strong><b>Safest Areas of Melbourne for Students<\/b><\/strong><\/h2><p>The north-east and eastern parts of Melbourne feature regularly in safety and liveability comparisons. Suburbs around Nillumbik, Manningham and Melbourne\u2019s inner-east can offer quieter residential environments and access to parks and local amenities.<\/p><p>The eastern suburbs, including Camberwell, Canterbury, Kew and Balwyn, can be particularly useful for students who want a quieter area without living too far from the city.<\/p><p>Some bayside suburbs can also appeal if you prefer a peaceful setting. The trade-off is that they may be further from your university and can have higher accommodation costs.<\/p><p>This doesn\u2019t mean other parts of Melbourne are unsafe. Crime can vary between streets and different types of incidents can be more common in busy areas simply because more people live, work or travel there.<\/p><h2><strong><b>Is Melbourne Safe for International Students?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2><p>Melbourne is a large city, and your experience will depend partly on where you live and how you travel around the city. Students live across many different suburbs, including areas close to the CBD and further-out residential neighbourhoods.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re new to Melbourne, start by checking your accommodation\u2019s immediate surroundings, public transport options and usual route to university. It\u2019s also worth checking recent local crime information rather than relying on an old list of \u201csafe\u201d and \u201cunsafe\u201d suburbs.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56e165be e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"56e165be\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b0fe946 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3b0fe946\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79be5683 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"79be5683\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2040\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2040\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are the safest suburbs in Melbourne for students? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2040\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31634ae e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"31634ae\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-297791dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"297791dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wattle Glen, Eltham, Yarrambat, Camberwell, Canterbury, Kew and Balwyn are among the suburbs that appear in recent safety comparisons. Your choice should also depend on your university, commute and accommodation budget.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2041\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2041\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which area of Melbourne is safest? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2041\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a12049d e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1a12049d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a71aff0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a71aff0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Parts of Melbourne\u2019s north-east and eastern suburbs regularly appear in low-crime and liveability comparisons. Nillumbik, Manningham and several inner-eastern suburbs are often mentioned.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2042\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2042\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the safest suburb in Melbourne? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2042\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77b2dbbb e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"77b2dbbb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-681c743b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"681c743b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>There isn\u2019t one permanent safest suburb. Rankings change depending on the data and how safety is measured. Wattle Glen, Eltham and Yarrambat are among the suburbs that appear in recent safety comparisons.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2043\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2043\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What should students consider besides crime rates? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2043\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6eba52d2 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6eba52d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76795c0c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76795c0c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Look at rent, public transport, distance from your university, the immediate area around your accommodation, access to shops and your usual travel times.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2044\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2044\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Are Melbourne's safest suburbs expensive? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2044\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5bf62d43 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5bf62d43\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a11423a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7a11423a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Some are. 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