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For many Melburnians, the northern suburb of Broadmeadows — or Broadie, as it is affectionately known (depends on who you speak to, really) — still evokes images of struggle, crime and unemployment.

Thus is the curse of one of the city’s most misunderstood suburbs. Alongside the crime, Broadmeadows is also responsible for rearing some of the country’s most famous media millionaires (here’s looking at you, Eddie McGuire and Eric Bana), and has gradually grown into one of Melbourne’s most multiculturally diverse suburbs.

According to the 2011 census, only 33 per cent of Broadmeadows locals speak English only. Arabic, Turkish, Assyrian, Vietnamese, Italian, Samoan, Punjabi and about 18 per cent of undisclosed languages are just an example of the diversity. Situated a mere 15 kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD, this unpolished gem is the future of property growth, says LJ Hooker real estate agent Robin Salh.

“The rental market here is very steady and reasonably priced, with a whole house renting for $300 a week and a unit or villa unit from $260,” he says.

Recent stats show that it’s a young area: the median age of Broadmeadows locals is 31 years, so it’s a small wonder that those seeking an entry into Melbourne’s increasingly tough property market consider buying, or renting, out here to avoid crippling debt. The median house price sits at $370,000 and $298,000 for units.