Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
12/140 Queens Parade
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Yarra Planning Scheme
FSR
0.5:1
Height Limit
9 metres / 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Fitzroy North is an inner-city Melbourne suburb with good access to public schools including Fitzroy Primary and Collingwood Secondary College. Several Catholic and independent alternatives are within a few kilometres. Families should verify exact catchment zones with VIC education authorities, as boundaries can be complex in dense inner-north areas.
Likely public catchment
Fitzroy North is likely zoned for Fitzroy Primary School (primary) and Collingwood Secondary College (secondary), though catchment boundaries should be verified with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Fitzroy Primary School
In catchmentCollingwood Secondary College
In catchmentSt Dominic's Primary School
MacRobertson Girls' High School
Sacré Cœur
Brunswick Secondary College
Mentone Grammar School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
This Fitzroy North property is located on Queens Parade, a major arterial road with moderate traffic flow. The area experiences typical inner-Melbourne congestion during peak hours, particularly from commuter traffic heading to/from the CBD.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour traffic (7-9am and 4-6pm weekdays) causes increased congestion on Queens Parade heading towards the city and suburbs. Local rat-running through side streets is common during these periods.
Public Transport
Excellent public transport access: tram stop on Queens Parade (likely within 50m), with multiple tram routes including Route 11. Nearest train station (Northcote or Collingwood) approximately 1-1.5km away.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Napier Street/Johnston Street (0.9km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Napier Street/Johnston Street
bus
Wellington Street/Johnston Street
bus
Brunswick Street/Johnston Street
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Brunswick Street/Johnston Street
bus
Wellington Street/Johnston Street
bus
Rushall
train
Porter Street/Holden Street
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Victoria Park
train
Porter Street/Holden Street
bus
Johnston Street/Hoddle Street
bus
Flood Risk
Fitzroy North is located in proximity to the Yarra River and has a documented flood history, particularly affecting low-lying properties near the river corridor. The Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to affected areas under the Melbourne Planning Scheme, requiring assessment of flood risk and implementation of appropriate mitigation strategies. Properties in this suburb should be verified against current Victoria Planning Scheme flood mapping.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Melbourne Planning Scheme LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation measures required for new development or substantial renovation
- •Mandatory consideration of Yarra River flood history and 1% AEP (100-year) flood extent mapping
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Fitzroy North is a densely populated inner-suburban area of Melbourne with minimal bushfire risk. The suburb is characterised by urban vegetation (street trees, domestic gardens) rather than native bushland, and is not mapped within Victoria's Bushfire Management Overlay or Bushfire Prone Area. Standard building construction is appropriate.
Crime & Safety
Fitzroy North experiences crime rates moderately above Victorian averages, with theft and assault being the primary concerns in this inner-metropolitan suburb. The area maintains relatively stable crime patterns year-on-year, though property crimes remain elevated compared to regional Victoria. Community safety initiatives and local policing presence help manage the crime environment in this densely populated residential area.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Fitzroy North is experiencing steady mid-rise infill development focused on heritage adaptive reuse and multi-unit residential projects along key commercial corridors (St Georges Road, Brunswick Road). Development activity reflects Darebin Council's emphasis on walkable, mixed-use precincts with heritage conservation. Significant public realm investment supports local retail activation and cycling connectivity, with most approvals targeting density intensification on underutilised industrial and single-dwelling sites.
St Georges Road mixed-use development
0.3 kmMulti-storey residential with ground-floor retail and café along the primary commercial strip.
Former industrial site conversion - Napier Street
0.6 kmAdaptive reuse of heritage industrial building into apartments with shared courtyard.
Determination: 2024
Local infill residential DAs
0.4 kmMultiple small-scale infill projects on residential streets targeting dual and triple-occupancy sites.
Brunswick Road streetscape and public realm upgrade
0.8 kmPedestrian and cycling improvements, tree planting, and open space activation along key residential corridor.
Community facility modernisation
0.5 kmLocal council-backed upgrade to community centre with improved accessibility and flexible spaces.
Heritage & Conservation
Fitzroy North is an inner-Melbourne suburb with substantial Victorian and Edwardian residential heritage, covered by local Heritage Overlay controls. The area is characterised by intact streetscapes of nineteenth-century weatherboard and bluestone cottages, with strong local heritage significance. Many individual properties fall within the conservation area and may require approval for external changes.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage Overlay protection on Victorian-era housing stock
- •Restrictions on external alterations and demolition
- •Requirement for design review on major modifications
- •Mandatory heritage assessment for new development applications
Nearby Heritage Items