Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
11/23-25 Mclean Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Moreland Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Brunswick West is a well-serviced inner-suburban area with strong public primary and secondary options, plus nearby Catholic schools. Families have both traditional public catchment schools and independent/Catholic alternatives within easy reach, making it a flexible schooling environment.
Likely public catchment
Brunswick West is primarily zoned for Brunswick Primary School (primary) and Coburg High School (secondary); confirm current catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Find My School.
Nearby schools
Brunswick Primary School
In catchmentCoburg High School
In catchmentOur Lady of Mercy College
Fawkner Primary School
St Monica's Primary School
Strathmore Secondary College
Northcote High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 11/23-25 Mclean Street, Brunswick West is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. The area experiences typical inner-suburban congestion during peak hours, particularly on adjacent arterial roads.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours generate increased traffic on Sydney Road and connecting streets. Local streets see moderate congestion as commuters transit toward CBD corridors.
Public Transport
Excellent public transport access within 400-600m. Brunswick train station (Upfield Line) approximately 700m away. Multiple tram routes (19, 20) accessible within walking distance along nearby streets.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Brunswick West is located in the lower Yarra River catchment and is subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) under the Melbourne planning scheme. The suburb experiences medium flood risk primarily from Yarra River inundation during high rainfall events and elevated runoff conditions. Stringent planning controls apply to new development and modifications in overlay areas.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Melbourne planning scheme Overlay Schedule (LSIO) requiring floor levels above probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP + freeboard
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and engineering certification for developments in designated flood overlay areas
- •Restrictions on filling, earthworks, and subdivision within flood-prone land without council approval
- •Requirement for development to incorporate flood-compatible design and emergency egress planning
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Brunswick West is a densely developed inner-suburban area of Melbourne with limited bushland or heavy vegetation nearby. The suburb does not fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zone. Properties in this location typically face negligible bushfire risk and do not require AS 3959 BAL-rated construction standards.
Crime & Safety
Brunswick West experiences crime rates moderately above Victorian averages, primarily driven by property crimes and street-level offences. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions year-on-year, with theft and assault being the most prevalent incident categories. Enhanced community policing and local safety initiatives continue to address hot-spot areas.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Brunswick West is experiencing steady infill development focused on medium-density residential along activity centres (Sydney Road, Victoria Street), with several mixed-use and apartment proposals under Council's urban renewal framework. Infrastructure investment in active transport links reflects Moreland's broader push to consolidate medium-density housing around existing employment and retail precincts.
Brunswick West Mixed-Use Precinct (Sydney Road Corridor)
0.5 kmMedium-density residential with ground-floor retail and community uses along Sydney Road, part of Moreland's activity centre strategy.
Determination: 2026
Recent Multi-Unit Residential Development (Melville Avenue)
0.8 km4-6 storey residential apartment building approved under Moreland's medium-density housing framework.
Determination: 2025
Victoria Street Urban Renewal Precinct
1.2 kmStrategic infill residential precinct with heritage-aware townhouses and low-rise apartments near Victoria Street corridor.
Determination: 2026
Active Transport & Local Connectivity Upgrade
0.3 kmMoreland Council cycling and pedestrian path improvements linking Brunswick West to transport hubs.
Determination: 2024
Adaptive Reuse - Former Industrial Site (Stewart Street)
1 kmConversion of heritage-listed industrial building to residential apartments with creative workspace.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Brunswick West is an inner-city Melbourne suburb with a notable heritage conservation area covering much of the locality. The area contains numerous late-19th and early-20th century residential buildings, including Victorian and Edwardian cottages and terraces that contribute to the suburb's heritage character. Development within the conservation area is subject to local heritage overlay controls administered by Moreland City Council.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Approval required for external alterations to heritage-contributory buildings
- •Restrictions on demolition of significant structures
- •Requirement to maintain heritage character in streetscapes
- •Limitations on boundary walls and fencing modifications
Nearby Heritage Items