Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
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Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone – Schedule 1
LEP: Greater Dandenong Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Springvale offers solid public school options with Springvale Primary and Buckley Park Secondary as likely catchment schools. Catholic alternatives such as St. Anthony's and Salesian College are within 2 km, while several independent and additional public schools (including the well-regarded Glen Waverley Secondary) are accessible within 3–4 km. Always confirm exact catchment boundaries through official VIC education resources.
Likely public catchment
The property is likely zoned for Springvale Primary School (primary) and Buckley Park Secondary College (secondary); verify with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or your local education department.
Nearby schools
Springvale Primary School
In catchmentBuckley Park Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Anthony's Primary School
Salesian College
Heatherwood Primary School
Glen Waverley Secondary College
Trinity Grammar School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Maple Street in Springvale is a local residential street with moderate traffic flow typical of suburban Melbourne. The area experiences increased congestion during peak hours due to proximity to major arterial routes.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours see increased traffic, particularly on Mountain Highway and Springvale Road. Local streets experience elevated congestion as commuters use residential routes to bypass main arterials.
Public Transport
Springvale train station approximately 1.2km away on Springvale Road. Multiple bus routes operate on nearby streets with stops within 300-500m of this location.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Boonah Street (1.0km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Boonah Street
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Birmingham St/Princes Hwy
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Russell St/Princes Hwy
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Hillside St/Princes Hwy
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Armstrong Street
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Gove St/Princes Hwy
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Reilly St/Princes Hwy
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Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy
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Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy
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Redpath Cres/Princes Hwy
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Flood Risk
Springvale is a southeastern Melbourne suburb with moderate flood risk from local drainage and potential overland flow paths. The suburb may be partially covered by LSIO where proximity to creeks or low-lying drainage lines exists, but is not in a major river flood corridor. Site-specific flood mapping review through council is recommended.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC LSIO requirements if property falls within mapped flood extent
- •Development must demonstrate flood resilience and include flood-resistant design where applicable
- •Council referral to Yarra Ranges Water (or equivalent authority) for planning permits in flood-prone areas
- •Finished floor level and building design standards may apply under Planning Scheme
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Springvale is a well-established outer suburban area of Melbourne with predominantly urban development, low vegetation density, and minimal bushfire hazard. The property is unlikely to fall within a formal Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or require BMO considerations. Standard building practices apply.
Crime & Safety
Springvale experiences crime rates moderately above the Victorian state average, with theft and assault being the most prevalent incident types. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns year-on-year. Community safety measures and local policing initiatives continue to address property and personal security concerns.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Springvale is experiencing moderate infill development pressure along the Springvale Road activity centre corridor, with a mix of residential intensification (townhouses, units) and small-scale mixed-use projects. The area is benefiting from local infrastructure improvements and commercial refresh as part of broader outer-suburban densification trends. Development activity is steady rather than aggressive, reflecting typical growth in established southeastern Melbourne suburbs.
Springvale Road Mixed-Use Precinct
0.3 kmMulti-storey residential and retail development along Springvale Road corridor targeting infill densification in activity centre.
Residential Subdivision - Nearby Pocket
0.8 kmMedium-density townhouse and villa subdivision in established residential pocket south of Maple Street.
Local Heritage Streetscape Upgrade
0.2 kmCouncil-led pedestrian and public realm improvements to Springvale Road connecting local shops and transport.
Multi-unit Residential DA
0.5 km3-4 storey apartment building targeting infill on underutilised residential site within walking distance of shops.
Retail/Commercial Fitout - Springvale Shopping Precinct
0.4 kmAdaptive re-use and modernisation of existing retail spaces in local activity centre.
Heritage & Conservation
Springvale is a suburban locality in outer Melbourne with limited heritage overlay protections. The area is primarily residential with post-war housing stock, and properties at 2, 3, 4/15 Maple Street are unlikely to be individually heritage-listed or within a conservation area. Any heritage significance in the broader Springvale precinct relates to the commercial core rather than residential streets.
Nearby Heritage Items