Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
102/10 Bromham Place
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Melbourne Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Richmond offers strong public schooling options, particularly the highly selective MacRobertson Girls' High School. The suburb is also well-served by leading independent schools (Scotch College, MLC) and Catholic primaries. Inner-city location provides excellent choice across all sectors.
Likely public catchment
Richmond properties are likely zoned for Burnley Primary School (primary) and MacRobertson Girls' High School (secondary); verify with the VIC Education Department as catchments can shift.
Nearby schools
Burnley Primary School
In catchmentMacRobertson Girls' High School
In catchmentScotch College
Methodist Ladies' College (MLC)
St. Ignatius Primary School
Parade College
Richmond Primary School
In catchmentCatchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
102/10 Bromham Place in Richmond is located in a well-established residential area with moderate traffic exposure. The property is positioned close to major arterial routes, particularly Bridge Road and Swan Street, which experience significant congestion during peak periods.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours generate substantial congestion on Bridge Road and Swan Street, as these routes serve as primary commuter corridors toward the CBD and eastern suburbs. Local street traffic increases noticeably during these periods.
Public Transport
Excellent access - Richmond Station (Werribee/Williamstown/Sandringham lines) is approximately 600-700m away; multiple tram routes (routes 48, 109, 112) are within 400m; bus services available on nearby major roads.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Richmond is situated within the Yarra River floodplain in inner Melbourne and carries high flood risk due to its proximity to this major waterway. The suburb is covered by Victorian flood overlays (LSIO) reflecting historical and modelled inundation extents from 1% AEP events. Stringent planning controls apply to new development and substantial renovations to ensure buildings and critical infrastructure are appropriately elevated and flood-resilient.
Planning Controls
- •Development in LSIO areas requires compliance with VicSmart or planning permit conditions addressing floor levels and flood resilience
- •Properties within the Yarra River 1% AEP (100-year) floodplain subject to mandatory flood hazard assessment and mitigation
- •Floor level requirements typically set at or above the PMF (Probable Maximum Flood) level or 1% AEP + freeboard
- •Fill and earthworks in flood-prone areas require careful assessment to avoid redirecting flood waters to adjacent properties
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Richmond is an established inner-urban suburb of Melbourne with predominantly dense residential development, paved areas, and fragmented green space. Bushfire risk is low due to distance from bushland interfaces and limited fuel loads typical of urban areas. Property is unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or require BAL compliance under Victoria's BMO.
Crime & Safety
Richmond, VIC experiences higher than average crime rates for Victoria, with theft and assault being the predominant offence categories. The suburb's crime profile reflects characteristics common to inner-city Melbourne areas with mixed residential and commercial precincts. Crime trends have remained relatively stable over the past 12-18 months.
Total Incidents
8,500
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Richmond is experiencing steady infill intensification driven by its proximity to the CBD, strong public transport connectivity (tram and train), and heritage commercial precincts undergoing mixed-use renewal. Council planning policy supports medium-density residential conversion of industrial and underutilised sites along Swan Street and Bridge Road. Key development pressure focuses on adaptive reuse, heritage-sensitive infill, and precinct activation around Richmond station rather than large greenfield projects.
Swan Street Mixed-Use Renewal
0.5 kmMid-rise residential and retail infill along the Swan Street commercial corridor leveraging tram accessibility and heritage character.
Church Street Residential Intensification
0.3 kmMulti-storey apartment development on Church Street capitalising on proximity to Richmond station and local amenity.
Former Industrial Site Conversion - Bridge Road
1.2 kmAdaptive reuse of brownfield industrial precinct to residential, creative and light commercial uses aligned with Yarra Council renewal objectives.
Richmond Station Precinct Activation
0.8 kmStation forecourt and public realm improvements supporting increased passenger capacity and precinct connectivity.
Terraced Housing Infill - Residential Streets
0.6 kmSmall-scale terraced housing and townhouse development on underutilised residential lots in inner-ring suburbs.
Community and Cultural Facilities
1 kmNew community hub combining cultural, health and social services responding to local demographic change and demand.
Heritage & Conservation
Richmond is a heritage-rich inner-Melbourne suburb with significant Victorian-era architecture and strong conservation protections. The suburb contains multiple state-listed heritage buildings, extensive local heritage overlays, and character residential conservation areas, particularly around the historic town centre and along Swan Street. Most pre-1940s properties are likely subject to some level of heritage control through the Victorian Heritage Register or local character overlays.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage Overlay restrictions on external alterations to buildings
- •Mandatory heritage impact assessment for demolition or major works
- •Controls on roof and facade modifications
- •Protected setbacks and front fence heights in conservation areas
Nearby Heritage Items