Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
13 Moorhouse Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Boroondara Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres or 2-3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Camberwell is a well-established eastern Melbourne suburb with strong public schooling options at both primary and secondary levels. It is also close to several well-regarded independent schools including Methodist Ladies' College and Tintern Grammar. Families have a mix of public catchment schools and nearby selective independent alternatives.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Camberwell are typically zoned for Camberwell Primary School (primary) and Camberwell High School (secondary); verify with the VIC education department.
Nearby schools
Camberwell Primary School
In catchmentCamberwell High School
In catchmentMethodist Ladies' College (MLC)
Tintern Grammar
St. Charles Primary School
Whitehorse Primary School
Deepdene Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
13 Moorhouse Street in Camberwell experiences moderate traffic conditions typical of an inner-suburban Melbourne location. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while remaining on a relatively quiet residential street.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) bring increased traffic on Burke Road and Camberwell Road, with some flow-on effects to surrounding residential streets. Weekend traffic remains relatively light.
Public Transport
Camberwell Station (Lilydale/Belgrave line) is approximately 800m away. Multiple tram routes (70, 72) run along Camberwell Road within 400m. Bus routes service the local area.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Camberwell is an elevated inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne with low to negligible flood risk from major waterways. While the Yarra River system is present in the broader catchment, Camberwell's topography and distance from primary flood corridors mean LSIO overlay coverage is minimal or absent. Standard stormwater management provisions apply under the Boroondara planning scheme.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Victoria's Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) for flood-prone areas
- •Flood-resistant design and elevation requirements where LSIO applies
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements under planning schemes
- •Referral to Melbourne Water for any development within or near watercourse buffers
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Camberwell is an established inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne with predominantly residential, tree-lined streetscapes and low vegetation density. While not bushfire-prone, the suburb has some tree cover and proximity to parks; however, it is not mapped within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or subject to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). BAL-LOW rating typical; no special bushfire construction requirements apply.
Crime & Safety
Camberwell is an inner Melbourne suburb with crime rates below the Victorian state average, reflecting its affluent residential character. Property crimes such as theft and break-and-enter occur at moderate levels consistent with inner-ring suburbs. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with good community policing presence.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Camberwell is experiencing steady medium-density residential and mixed-use development, particularly around its station precinct and main commercial corridors, driven by proximity to public transport and urban renewal initiatives. The suburb shows consistent infill activity with conversion of older commercial stock and subdivision of larger residential holdings into townhouses and dual occupancies. Infrastructure investment in active transport and local amenities supports the gradual densification typical of inner-eastern Melbourne suburbs.
Camberwell Mixed-Use Development
0.5 kmMulti-storey residential and retail precinct on Canterbury Road with medium-density apartments above ground-floor retail and services.
Determination: 2024-2025
Residential Apartment Building - Station Precinct
0.8 kmMid-rise residential apartment complex near Camberwell Station targeting transit-oriented development principles.
Determination: 2025
Retail/Commercial Renewal
0.3 kmMain street activation project in central Camberwell focusing on contemporary retail and hospitality with upper-level residential.
Determination: 2025-2026
Residential Infill - Medium Density
1.2 kmSubdivision of larger residential blocks into dual occupancy and townhouse configurations across multiple sites.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage Adaptive Reuse
0.6 kmConversion of heritage commercial building into apartments and contemporary retail with facade retention.
Determination: 2024
Local Infrastructure - Active Transport
0.4 kmFootpath and cycling path improvements connecting to regional trail networks and transit hubs.
Determination: 2024
Heritage & Conservation
Camberwell is a well-established inner-eastern suburb of Melbourne with significant heritage character, particularly around Prospect Hill and the railway precinct. The area contains numerous Victorian and Edwardian residences and institutional buildings protected under the Victorian Heritage Register and local Heritage Overlays. Development and renovation is subject to heritage approval processes to preserve the suburb's distinctive residential and architectural identity.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage Overlay (HO) restrictions on external alterations and demolition
- •Mandatory heritage assessment for building permits within conservation area
- •Limitations on roof, facade, and fence modifications without approval
- •Requirements to retain period-appropriate materials and architectural features
Nearby Heritage Items