Bayswater North
Bayswater North is a SUB AREA in Melbourne, Victoria.
Bayswater North is a quiet, leafy suburb in Melbourne's outer east, offering a peaceful retreat from the city while keeping you close to world-class wineries, rainforest walks, and the vibrant Yarra Valley. Stroll along the Mullum Mullum Creek Trail, explore the local farmers' markets, or sip cool-climate wines just 20 minutes away. The suburb has a relaxed, family-friendly vibe with its own golf course, parklands, and convenient shopping strip. While not a tourist hotspot, it's an excellent base for travellers seeking authentic local life and easy access to the Dandenong Ranges' towering mountain ash forests, Puffing Billy steam train, and the Yarra Valley's cellar doors. The train from Bayswater station connects you to Melbourne CBD in about 45 minutes. Bayswater North is also home to the historic Bayswater North Community Centre and several playgrounds. For nature lovers, the nearby Lysterfield Lake offers swimming and mountain biking. Accommodation is mostly suburban holiday rentals or B&Bs. Come for the serenity, stay for the proximity to Melbourne's best natural attractions.
Best time to visit Bayswater North
The best months are March to May (autumn) and September to November (spring). Autumn brings mild days (15-25°C) and stunning foliage in the Dandenongs. Spring offers blooming gardens and pleasant weather for outdoor activities. Summer (Dec-Feb) can be hot (30-40°C) and has higher bushfire risk, but is great for wine touring. Winter (June-Aug) is cool (6-14°C) and rainy, perfect for cosy winery visits.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Clear
- Temperature
- 11°
- Feels like
- 9°
- Humidity
- 80%
- Wind
- 4 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Weather
- Warm 14-22°C
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
Wattle and tulips; pleasant weather
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
Melbourne Airport
International
40 km away
Avalon Airport
International
80 km away
Essendon Fields Airport
Domestic
30 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
30 Mbps
Mobile data
Good
WiFi
Widely available in cafes and libraries
Local SIM
Local SIM at Melbourne Airport or Telecom shops from $5
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very safe area; rare taxi or accommodation scams. Use licensed services.
Night safety
8/10Very safe area; rare taxi or accommodation scams. Use licensed services.
Transport
8/10Scam risk
7/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 20:29
More facts
Population
8,654
Type
Suburb

