Hi @Kenfrapin,
We moved to Point Cook, Vic in Feb. If you like new developments then I would say that the West is best although traffic into CPD can be busy in the morning and evening. On a good run it takes about 20 to 30 mins for me into city. There is a number of new train stations out west to and train journey is about 20 minutes.
For a 650K budget you could get a nice 4 bed double story. Loads of land is being released in the area and most builders have deals on. I suppose it depends on what you want. Plenty of shops nearby and Werribee plaza is about 10 minutes drive which is a decent indoor shopping centre. 5 minute drive to beach, nature reserve nearby. Also what I like about Point Cook as appose to other areas is that not all roads lead to or go through. So you don't get too much traffic in the suburbs like you do in other place near the city. Also not to be "stuck up" no local authority housing.... if you know what I mean.
A lot of Brits go out to the East but its not my cup of tea.
If you want to know anymore about the area send me a private message.
Adz