Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
1 Hume Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Hume City Council Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
450 m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Sunbury has a solid public schooling profile with established catchment schools in both primary and secondary, complemented by strong Catholic options including Salesian College. The area is well-served by accessible schools within 3–4 km, providing families with both government and faith-based choices across the primary and secondary spectrum.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Sunbury are typically zoned for Sunbury Primary School (primary) and Sunbury Downs Secondary College (secondary); verify exact catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority.
Nearby schools
Sunbury Primary School
In catchmentSunbury Downs Secondary College
In catchmentSt Paul's Primary School, Sunbury
Salesian College, Sunbury
Caroline Chisholm Catholic Secondary College
Kurrawong Primary School
Hume Central School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
1 Hume Street, Sunbury is located on a major arterial road with moderate traffic flow. The property has direct access to Hume Street, a key north-south route connecting Melbourne's suburbs, with reasonable connectivity to surrounding areas.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am and 4-6pm) experience increased traffic on Hume Street with potential delays northbound towards Gisborne and southbound towards Melbourne. Local streets may provide alternative routing during peak periods.
Public Transport
Sunbury Railway Station is approximately 1.5-2km away, providing access to regional train services to Melbourne. Local bus services operate in the area with stops within walking distance.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Sunbury, located northwest of Melbourne, is moderately flood-affected due to proximity to Jacksons Creek and Boggy Creek, which have known flood history and are subject to VIC LSIO/FO overlays. Properties near these waterways face elevated inundation risk during major storm events. While not in a high-risk category like areas affected by major river systems, flood overlays typically apply to portions of the suburb, and flood-aware development practices are essential.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC Planning Scheme LSIO and/or FO controls requiring flood-compatible development and filling restrictions
- •Mandatory consideration of 1% AEP (100-year flood) and PMF (Probable Maximum Flood) in site planning
- •Requirement for flood-resistant design, elevated floor levels, and flood impact assessment for development in identified zones
- •Coordination with Darebin and Maribyrnong councils regarding Jacksons Creek and Boggy Creek flood studies
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Sunbury is a growth corridor suburb northwest of Melbourne with moderate bushfire risk due to its position on the urban-rural interface. The area typically falls within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) with BAL-12.5 ratings, reflecting scattered vegetation and proximity to grasslands rather than dense forest. Properties should comply with AS 3959 construction standards and maintain defensible space, though risk is notably lower than mountain or heavily forested localities.
Crime & Safety
Sunbury experiences crime rates broadly consistent with outer Melbourne suburban averages. Property crimes including theft and malicious damage represent the predominant incident types. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions with no significant increasing or decreasing trend.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Sunbury is experiencing significant residential growth driven by Melbourne's northwestern urban expansion, with multiple greenfield residential releases, strategic infill development around the town centre and rail station, and supporting institutional infrastructure. The suburb is positioned as a key growth area within Hume City Council's growth corridor strategy, with development activity focused on housing supply, town centre activation, and public transport accessibility.
Sunbury Strategic Residential Precinct
0.5 kmLarge-scale greenfield residential release north of the township delivering 500+ lots across multiple stages with mixed housing types.
Sunbury Town Centre Revitalisation
0.1 kmCouncil-led urban renewal of the central business district including retail, office and residential components to activate the main street precinct.
VLine Sunbury Station Precinct Upgrade
0.3 kmRegional rail station and surrounding precincts upgrade to support increased patronage and facilitate transit-oriented development around the station.
Secondary School Development (Department of Education)
2 kmNew secondary campus to support population growth in the Sunbury growth corridor with capacity for 1,200+ students.
Sunbury North Growth Precinct
3.5 kmStaged residential development with estate infrastructure and local retail/service facilities in the northern expansion area.
Heritage & Conservation
Sunbury is a regional town in Victoria's Outer West with modest heritage significance, primarily focused on early 20th-century civic and religious buildings. While not designated as a formal heritage conservation area, scattered local heritage items reflect the town's development as a rural service centre. Most properties fall outside heritage protections, typical of outer-suburban Victoria.
Nearby Heritage Items