Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
106/611 Sydney Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Moreland Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Brunswick offers a mix of well-established public schools and nearby Catholic and independent options. The suburb is served by its local public primary and feeds to Coburg High School for secondary education. Family-friendly alternatives include Catholic schools in Coburg and independent options within reasonable distance.
Likely public catchment
Brunswick is likely zoned for Brunswick Primary School (primary) and Coburg High School (secondary); verify with VIC Education Department.
Nearby schools
Brunswick Primary School
In catchmentCoburg High School
In catchmentOur Lady of Mercy College
Fawkner Primary School
Sacred Heart Primary School, Coburg
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School
Bundoora Park Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
106/611 Sydney Road, Brunswick is located on a major arterial road with moderate traffic flow. The area experiences typical inner-north Melbourne congestion patterns, particularly during peak hours with commuter traffic heading toward the CBD.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Sydney Road experiences significant congestion during morning peak hours (7-9am) and afternoon peak hours (4-6pm) with northbound traffic flowing toward suburbs and southbound traffic toward the CBD. Local traffic is also heavy during these periods due to proximity to shopping and commercial precincts.
Public Transport
Excellent public transport access with Brunswick Station approximately 400m away (tram line 19), and multiple bus routes (including routes 904, 957, 968) serving Sydney Road directly at this location
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Sydney Road/Albion Street (0.2km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Sydney Road/Albion Street
bus
Anstey Station
bus
Anstey Station
bus
Sydney Road/Victoria Street
bus
Brunswick Station
bus
Brunswick
train
Sydney Road/Moreland Road
bus
Sydney Road/Moreland Road
bus
Pearson Street/Victoria Street
bus
Jewell
train
Flood Risk
Brunswick is located in the lower Yarra River catchment in Melbourne's inner north and experiences medium flood risk due to proximity to the Yarra River and associated flood plains. Properties in low-lying areas adjacent to the river and local tributaries are subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO), with flood risk primarily driven by riverine inundation during high-flow events. Planning controls under the VIC planning scheme require flood risk assessment and appropriate mitigation measures for new or sensitive development.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to low-lying areas near Yarra River and its tributaries
- •Flood-sensitive development (residential, aged care, hospitals) requires flood risk assessment and mitigation
- •Building design standards may require elevated floor levels or flood-resistant construction in mapped areas
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development in drainage catchments
Bushfire Risk
Brunswick is a dense inner-city suburb of Melbourne located in the northern metropolitan area with predominantly urban residential and commercial development. The suburb has minimal bushfire hazard due to low vegetation density, proximity to urban infrastructure, and distance from significant bushland or forested areas. Properties in Brunswick are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) or Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) mapping.
Crime & Safety
Brunswick is an inner-Melbourne suburb with crime rates above Victorian averages, particularly for theft and assault offences. The suburb experiences typical urban crime patterns consistent with higher-density residential and commercial areas. Crime trends have remained relatively stable over recent years with no significant increases or decreases.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Brunswick is experiencing moderate infill development pressure typical of inner-north Melbourne, with activity concentrated around the railway station precinct and Sydney Road commercial strip. Residential apartment approvals are steady as the suburb transitions toward greater density, supported by improved public transport access and heritage character retention expectations. Infrastructure and community facility upgrades are progressing to accommodate cumulative population growth.
Brunswick Station Precinct Renewal
0.5 kmStation precinct densification with residential apartments, retail and improved pedestrian connectivity as part of Melbourne's transport-oriented development strategy.
Determination: 2025
Sydney Road Commercial Strip Infill
0.3 kmMultiple individual DAs for apartment and mixed-use development along the heritage commercial strip, progressively replacing single-storey retail with 4-6 storey buildings.
Brunswick East Residential Infill
1.2 kmScattered infill multi-unit residential developments responding to increased zoning permissions in established residential streets.
Local School Campus Upgrade
2 kmSecondary school expansion and facilities modernisation to support growing inner-north population.
Community Precinct Renovation
1.5 kmCouncil-led civic space and community centre renewal integrating public realm improvements and cultural facilities.
Heritage & Conservation
Brunswick is an inner-Melbourne suburb with substantial late 19th and early 20th century residential character, featuring numerous Victorian and Edwardian weatherboard and brick cottages. The area contains multiple local heritage overlays and a conservation area framework, with the Brunswick Town Hall and railway station representing significant local landmarks. Many properties fall within heritage character zones requiring approval for external modifications.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Requirement to obtain heritage permit for external alterations and additions
- •Restrictions on demolition of principal building or structures
- •Limitation on roof replacements and material changes to visible façades
- •Consultation with heritage adviser for any development works
Nearby Heritage Items