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Ramsay Street

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Ramsay Street
Company typeFictional location
IndustryTelevision, Entertainment
Founded1985
Headquarters
Melbourne (fictional suburb Erinsborough)
,
Australia
Area served
Setting of the TV series Neighbours

Ramsay Street is the imaginary cul-de-sac that serves as the home for the characters in the Australian soap opera Neighbours, set within the fictional Melbourne suburb of Erinsborough. The narrative primarily revolves around the street’s inhabitants, which was named in honor of Jack Ramsay, the grandfather of original character Max Ramsay.[1] The cul-de-sac includes six principal residences—numbers 22 through 32—with Number 34 making a single appearance in 2018. This cul-de-sac marks the end of a longer street, with additional homes located across the main road.[2] Mirrabooka Drive lies behind Ramsay Street.[3] A plotline once considered renaming it Ramsbottom Street, but this was successfully opposed by Harold Bishop (Ian Smith).[4]

The real-life filming site for Ramsay Street is Pin Oak Court in Vermont South, where local residents have permitted exterior shooting since the series began. From 2013 onwards, scenes set in backyards have been filmed on purpose-built sets.[5] This location has become a year-round tourist attraction. Interior shots are produced at Network Ten’s Global Television studios in Nunawading, except for the original 1985 episodes, which were shot at Seven Network studios nearby.

In the July 2022 finale, most characters listed their homes for sale but largely remained living there.[6][7] The episode ended with a community celebration on Ramsay Street.[7] When the show resumed in September 2023, filming continued at Pin Oak Court.

History

The creator, Reg Watson, opted for a suburban cul-de-sac setting inspired by his earlier work on Until Tomorrow. Pin Oak Court was chosen due to its tranquil atmosphere. The houses were constructed during the early to mid-1970s by Landall-Fulton builders.

Residents consented to filming in exchange for payment, a practice FremantleMedia continues annually as of 2019, including providing full-time security personnel.[8] The location's popularity has led to frequent guided tours.[9]

Originally, interior scenes were shot at Seven Network’s HSV studios. After Seven Network discontinued Neighbours in 1985 and reportedly destroyed the sets in a fire, Network Ten rebuilt them. Today, interior filming takes place at Global Television studios in Forest Hill.[10] The set design aimed to be understated and relatable, featuring common furniture and custom curtains that conceal painted window backdrops.[11]

No. 22

Initially unoccupied in 1985,[1] Number 22 was rented by Clive Gibbons (Geoff Paine) in 1986 before being purchased by Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) for Daniels Corporation’s supermarket project, which ultimately did not materialize; Paul then took up residence.[1] Over time, it accommodated several major characters including Paul’s spouses and family members such as twins Caroline and Christina Alessi and his son Andrew Robinson.

Subsequent tenants included the Alessi family, Cheryl Stark and her children, Lou Carpenter along with multiple lodgers like Toadfish Rebecchi, Drew Kirk, and Darcy Tyler. Ownership alternated between Valda Sheergold and Paul Robinson repeatedly.

Key story arcs featured Elle Robinson deceiving Paul into transferring assets, Rebecca Napier moving in and out due to Paul’s infidelities, and Donna Freedman’s introduction.[12] Following a set refurbishment in 2013,[13] the Willis family became residents,[14] with ongoing developments involving Brad Willis relocating within Ramsay Street,[14] Piper Willis returning,[15] as well as various arrivals and departures of family members.

More recently, Number 22 has been home to Terese Willis and Paul Robinson’s extended family network including grandchildren Harlow Robinson and Roxy Willis.[16] Terese briefly placed the property on the market during the series finale but ultimately remained.[7] After marrying Terese, Toadie Rebecchi moved in with his children; he later left following their separation.[17] In 2025, Terese and Nell relocated to Lassiter's Hotel along with Paul; Number 22 was leased to Darcy Tyler.[18][19]

The set underwent a "fourth wall" style redesign during a revamp in 2022.[20]

Character Actor Duration
Paul Robinson Stefan Dennis 1987–1992, 2005–2013, 2016, 2019–2021, 2025–present
Terese Willis Rebekah Elmaloglou 2013–present
Nell Rebecchi Ayisha Salem-Towner 2023–present

No. 24

Number 24 is one of the original residences associated with the Ramsay family. At the series' inception, it was occupied by Max Ramsay (Francis Bell) and his family. Over the years, it became home to Max’s sister Madge Mitchell (Anne Charleston) and her household, including Charlene Mitchell (Kylie Minogue) and Henry Ramsay (Craig McLachlan), as well as Madge’s spouse Harold Bishop (Ian Smith) and others.

After Madge left in 1992, Lou Carpenter took in lodgers such as Beth Brennan (Natalie Imbruglia) and Annalise Hartman (Kimberley Davies). Later, Marlene Kratz acquired the property along with her grandson Sam Kratz.

Throughout its history, Number 24 housed various families, including Cheryl Stark's children and foster teens Paul McClain and Tad Reeves until Madge’s passing. Subsequently, Harold gifted the house to the Salvation Army.

In 2009, Cassandra Freedman (Tottie Goldsmith) moved in with her children. A locket discovered beneath the property revealed that Anne Robinson had a daughter named Jill Ramsay, whose offspring Kate, Harry, and Sophie Ramsay resided there later. The Kapoor family made their arrival in 2012, followed by Mark Brennan who purchased the house with his siblings Tyler, Aaron, Chloe Brennan, and David Tanaka.

Other occupants included Paige Smith, Elly Conway, Pierce Greyson alongside Hendrix Greyson, Nicolette Stone, Jane Harris, Mackenzie Hargreaves, Freya Wozniak, and Kiri Durant. Chloe listed Number 24 for sale during the finale; Shane Ramsay repurchased it before Mike Young assumed responsibility for sales.

Character Actor Duration
Aaron Brennan Matt Wilson 2015–2019, 2023–present
Jane Harris Annie Jones 2021–present
Nicolette Stone Hannah Monson 2021, 2023–present
Sam Young Henrietta Graham 2022–present
Isla Tanaka-Brennan Hana Abe-Tucker 2023–present

No. 26

At the outset of Neighbours in 1985, Number 26 was the residence of Jim Robinson (Alan Dale)’s family, which included his mother-in-law Helen Daniels (Anne Haddy) and children Paul, Julie, Scott, and Lucy. Over time, various relatives and lodgers also lived there.

Jim’s character was written out following Alan Dale’s departure in 1993. Subsequent tenants included Wayne Duncan (Jonathan Sammy Lee) and Philip Martin’s family. Helen Daniels passed away in the living room here in 1997 due to Anne Haddy’s health-related exit from the show.

The Scully family succeeded the Martins when Joe Scully (Shane Connor)’s family moved in alongside friends and extended relatives. Later occupants included the Timmins family followed by Ned Parker’s family with Lou Carpenter joining them.

Number 26 was central to a significant fire storyline during the 2010 season finale; afterwards it became a shared house accommodating Kyle Canning (Chris Milligan), Jade Mitchell (Gemma Pranita), Mark Brennan (Scott McGregor (model)), Michelle Tran (HaiHa Le), Rhys Lawson (Ben Barber), among others.

In late 2015, Kyle’s grandmother Sheila Canning (Colette Mann) took up residence at Number 26. Later residents comprised Kyle’s friends Chris Pappas (James Mason) and Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer), Sheila’s daughter Naomi Canning (Morgana O'Reilly), Amy Williams (Zoe Cramond) with her son Jimmy Williams (Darcy Tadich), Xanthe Canning (Lily Van der Meer), Gary Canning (Damien Richardson) until his death in 2020, Levi Canning (Richie Morris), Roxy Willis (Zima Anderson) before marrying Kyle—both eventually departed.

Sheila relocated to Los Angeles early in 2022 after selling Number 26; Levi subsequently moved next door into Number 28. Later that year Andrew Rodwell (Lloyd Will)’s family purchased Number 26 but chose to relocate within months; however they remained residents through to series end.

Character Actor Duration
Andrew Rodwell Lloyd Will 2022–present
Sadie Rodwell Emerald Chan 2022–present
Wendy Rodwell Candice Leask 2022–present

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