Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
1/41 Pengana Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Moreland Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Glenroy is a well-serviced inner-northern Melbourne suburb with solid public primary and secondary options in its immediate catchment. Catholic and independent alternatives (notably Penleigh and Essendon Grammar) are within a few kilometres. Verify current catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) School Finder.
Likely public catchment
Glenroy is zoned for Glenroy Primary School and Glenroy Secondary College as its primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Glenroy Primary School
In catchmentGlenroy Secondary College
In catchmentCoburg North Primary School
St Monica's Primary School
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School
Coburg High School
Holy Rosary Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 1/41 Pengana Avenue, Glenroy is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow typical of outer Melbourne suburbs. Access to major arterial roads is available within 1-2km, providing connectivity to broader traffic networks.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours see increased traffic on Pascoe Vale Road and Glenroy Road, with moderate delays possible when accessing these arterials. Local residential streets experience lighter congestion.
Public Transport
Glenroy Railway Station is approximately 1.2km away, serviced by the Craigieburn Line. Multiple bus routes operate along nearby Pascoe Vale Road and Glenroy Road, within 400-600m of the property.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Adelaide Boulevard (0.7km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Adelaide Boulevard
bus
Birk Court
bus
Bluebell Crescent/Gowanbrae Drive
bus
Bluebell Crescent/Gowanbrae Drive
bus
Alder Court
bus
Bush Mews
bus
Dromana Avenue/Matthews Avenue
bus
Dromana Avenue/Matthews Avenue
bus
Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Street
bus
Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Street
bus
Flood Risk
Glenroy is located in the Yarra River catchment in Melbourne's north-west and falls within areas subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) under the VIC planning scheme. The suburb has moderate flood risk from both river flooding (Yarra River and tributaries) and local overland stormwater accumulation, with historical flooding events affecting parts of the broader Moonee Valley municipality. Development in LSIO-mapped zones requires flood-resilient design and floor level compliance.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC planning scheme LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design
- •Flood risk assessment required for new development or substantial alterations in mapped areas
- •Consideration of Yarra River 1% AEP (100-year) flood extent and local overland flow paths
- •Potential requirement for flood-compatible materials and wet/dry floodproofing measures
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Glenroy is a dense inner-metropolitan suburb in Melbourne's north-west with predominantly urban development, minimal bushland, and low vegetation density. It is unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zone. Bushfire risk is low due to distance from significant vegetated areas and the suburb's established suburban character.
Crime & Safety
Glenroy, located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, experiences crime rates slightly above the Victorian average, with theft and assault being the predominant offence types. The suburb has maintained relatively stable crime patterns over recent years with no significant escalation. Like many outer metropolitan areas, property crime and street-based offences remain the primary concerns for residents and local authorities.
Total Incidents
4,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Glenroy is experiencing moderate development activity focused on transit-oriented infill around the railway station and local mixed-use renewal in the central precinct. The suburb benefits from strong public transport connectivity and is seeing incremental densification through apartment approvals and townhouse developments. Council infrastructure investment in active transport and community facilities supports this gradual transition from primarily low-density residential toward mixed-use, medium-density character.
Glenroy Mixed-Use Precinct Renewal
0.2 kmCouncil-led urban renewal targeting the Glenroy central precinct with medium-density residential, retail and community facilities.
Determination: 2026
Residential Infill - Glenroy Station Precinct
0.5 kmMulti-storey residential development near Glenroy railway station to capitalize on public transport connectivity.
Determination: 2025
Moreland Council Active Transport Infrastructure
1 kmCycling and pedestrian pathway upgrades across the Moreland municipality including Glenroy connections to broader network.
Determination: 2024
Local Residential Subdivision
1.2 kmMedium-density townhouse and apartment subdivision in established residential pocket adjacent to Glenroy.
Determination: 2025-2026
Community and Sporting Facility Upgrade
0.8 kmLocal council investment in community centre and sporting facility improvements to support growing residential population.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Glenroy is a post-war suburban area in Melbourne's north-west with limited heritage significance. The suburb developed primarily in the mid-20th century as residential sprawl and lacks the concentrated heritage overlays typical of inner-city or historic town centres. The railway station and local war memorial represent the limited heritage character of the area.
Nearby Heritage Items