There are great schools and parks in the area, and it's not much further from Donvale, especially with Eastlink. The local Coles is smalI and has limited ranges of food but there is another near the station and also at Chirnside and Eastland. I think it depends on what you prefer being that little bit closer in a smaller house or having the extra space. We decided to be in the area to have plenty of room with three kids. They all have their bedroom and a playroom and hubby has his man den too.