Mooroolbark is located 32 km east of the CBD. Bounded by Maroondah Hwy in the north and Cambridge Rd in the south Mooroolbark is a primarily residential suburb located in Melbourne's outer east. The suburb experienced significant growth during the 1970s and 1980s as a result of residential expansion. There are also a number of significant industrial plants along Maroondah Hwy including Tontine Arlec and Black and Decker.