Thornbury, Residential suburb in City of Darebin, Victoria, Australia
Thornbury extends across a narrow strip of land between Northcote and Preston, featuring Victorian-era homes and modern residential developments along tree-lined streets.
The suburb originated from a property belonging to settler Jobbo Smith in 1850, who named it after his English birthplace farm.
The population reflects a mix of English, Australian, Irish, Italian, and Greek backgrounds, with multiple cultural festivals throughout the year.
The High Street shopping district contains numerous stores, while public transportation includes trains on the Mernda line and several tram routes.
The Merri Creek Trail and Darebin Creek Trail provide extensive cycling and walking paths, connecting the suburb to natural waterway corridors.
Location: Victoria
Location: City of Darebin
Elevation above the sea: 67 m
GPS coordinates: -37.76000,145.00700
Latest update: March 27, 2025 04:38
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