Block size matters, but it’s the nearby essentials that can make life in a new estate feel that little bit easier.
Grocery stores and supermarkets were the top ranked feature for new land estates. Picture: Getty
A land estate’s appeal isn’t just about the home itself. For buyers, a supermarket nearby can make everyday errands — from picking up dinner ingredients to doing the weekly shop — easier to fit into the week.
According to realestate.com.au research of new home buyers and people considering a build, 42% of respondents said having easy access to grocery stores and markets made a new land estate more desirable, similarly to new apartment communities.
For house and land, groceries, nature and medical facilities were the top three desirable features. Source: realestate.com.au
A grocery store close to home can make a meaningful difference to everyday life.
Whether it’s picking up ingredients on the way home or grabbing a few essentials without a long drive, having the shops nearby makes daily routines simpler. For residents in a new estate, that convenience can help the neighbourhood feel more connected and appealing.
Here are 10 communities where groceries are becoming part of the local picture.
Victoria
In Melbourne, grocery options range from a centre already serving a northern growth community to a town centre taking shape in the west.
In Kalkallo, about 35km north of Melbourne’s CBD in the city’s northern growth corridor, Cloverton’s town centre is anchored by a Woolworths supermarket. Cafes and other services give residents a local option for a top-up shop or the weekly grocery run.
Stockland’s Cloverton features Kallo Town Centre, which is serviced by a Woolworths. Picture: realestate.com.au
In Werribee, in Melbourne’s west, the proposed Riverwalk Village town centre is expected to include a Coles supermarket alongside 42 specialty shops and services. Confirmed retailers include Anytime Fitness and Direct Chemist Outlet, as well as a medical centre. The centre is scheduled to open in 2027.
New South Wales
Across Greater Newcastle and Sydney’s north-west, shopping precincts bring together supermarkets and other services in two growing communities.
In Cameron Park, about 17km west of Newcastle’s CBD in the Lake Macquarie area, Cameron Park Plaza includes a Woolworths supermarket, BWS, health and beauty services, specialty stores and dining options. With the centre at the estate entrance, residents can combine a grocery run with other errands.
In Lake Macquarie, Cameron Grove Estate features Cameron Park Plaza, which has Woolworths and other specialty services. Picture: realestate.com.au
In Box Hill, in Sydney’s north-west growth area, the Carmel Village precinct is already open, pairing Coles and Aldi with more than 30 retailers and eateries.
South Australia
Adelaide’s examples span an open shopping village on the northern fringe and a planned commercial precinct in the west.
At Riverlea Park, on Adelaide’s northern metropolitan fringe, Riverlea features The Palms Shopping Village which is anchored by a full-line Coles. Other stores include Liquorland and Anytime Fitness, while Priceline Pharmacy is listed as opening soon. Later stages are planned to add specialty retail and services, including a childcare centre and a food and beverage plaza.
Novo is set to feature a new precinct with a supermarket, childcare and other services. Picture: realestate.com.au
At West Lakes, about 12km from Adelaide’s CBD in the city’s west, Novo is planned to include a commercial precinct with a supermarket, childcare, medical and pharmacy services, a gym, cafes and restaurants. Residents also have access to other shopping centres, including Westfield West Lakes.
Queensland
Having groceries and everyday services close by can make the weekly routine simpler, with fewer separate trips to fit around the day. In Queensland, that convenience is taking shape at Townsville’s North Shore Marketplace and Ellendale Village in Brisbane’s north-west, where an IGA sits alongside other local services.
Located next to a national park, Ellendale Village features an IGA supermarket to service the community. Picture: realestate.com.au
In Burdell, a northern suburb about 16km from Townsville’s CBD, North Shore is already serviced by a full-line Woolworths at North Shore Marketplace. A larger town-centre expansion has also been proposed, with plans for a discount department store, another supermarket, 45 shops and a fresh-food market.
In Upper Kedron, about 12km north-west of Brisbane’s CBD beside the South D’Aguilar National Park, Ellendale Village includes an IGA supermarket, cafes, a pharmacy and a vet, alongside other dining, lifestyle and health services.
Western Australia
In Western Australia, grocery shopping is part of larger centres in both Lakelands, and semi-rural Bullsbrook.
In Lakelands, about 10 minutes north of Mandurah and 50 minutes south of Perth’s CBD, the Lakelands Town Centre includes Coles, Kmart and Aldi, alongside specialty retailers and community services. The mix makes it easier to combine a grocery run with other errands.
Lakelands town centre features a Coles and Aldi. Picture: realestate.com.au
In Bullsbrook, located on Perth’s north-eastern fringe, the Kingsford Town Centre includes a Woolworths and specialty stores.
Now open, it also adds dining and health services to the community.
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