Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
139 Lonsdale Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Melbourne Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6–1.0:1
Height Limit
11 metres or 3–4 storeys (subject to design standards)
Min Lot Size
300–400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Melbourne offers a strong mix of well-regarded public schools alongside selective independent and Catholic options. Inner-Melbourne suburbs have good access to both government and private schooling. Always verify catchment boundaries directly with the VIC education department, as zones can change and specific addresses may fall outside expected catchments.
Likely public catchment
Properties in central Melbourne are typically zoned for Melbourne Primary School and Melbourne High School as public catchment schools; verify with the VIC Department of Education's Find My School tool.
Nearby schools
Melbourne Primary School
In catchmentMelbourne High School
In catchmentScotch College
MLC School
St Patrick's Cathedral College
Trinity Grammar School
Star of the Sea College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
139 Lonsdale Street is located in Melbourne's CBD with excellent road connectivity but experiences moderate to high congestion during peak hours. The location benefits from multiple major arterial roads and extensive public transport options within walking distance.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Significant congestion during morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours due to CBD convergence. Lonsdale Street experiences heavy vehicle and commuter traffic flow. One-way street configurations and traffic light sequencing affect travel times substantially during peaks.
Public Transport
Excellent accessibility - Melbourne Central Station (200m), Parliament Station (300m), and Flagstaff Station (400m) providing metropolitan and regional train services. Multiple tram stops on Lonsdale Street and surrounding streets within 100-200m.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street (0.3km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street
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Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street
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Queensberry Street/Lygon Street
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Argyle Square/Lygon Street
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Argyle Square/Lygon Street
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Grattan Street/Lygon Street
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Melbourne University (Bay A)
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Faraday Street/Lygon Street
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Faraday Street/Lygon Street
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Elgin Street/Lygon Street
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Flood Risk
Melbourne properties face variable flood risk depending on proximity to the Yarra River, Dandenong Creek, Maribyrnong River, and tributary systems. Inner suburbs and those along major waterways (e.g. Southbank, Docklands, parts of Hawthorn, Kew) are typically mapped under LSIO, requiring flood-aware development. Outer suburbs on elevated terrain generally experience low flood risk, though localized drainage issues can occur during extreme rainfall events.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC planning scheme LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for development in mapped inundation areas
- •Retention of floodplain storage and flow paths; restrictions on fill and obstruction
- •Consideration of climate change and increased rainfall intensity in flood modeling
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-29
Melbourne's bushfire risk varies significantly by suburb. Inner-city and central suburbs (CBD, inner north, inner west) face minimal risk due to urban density. Fringe suburbs with bushland interface—particularly in the Dandenong Ranges (Sherbrooke, Kallista, Olinda), Macedon Ranges (Woodend, Kyneton), and western foothills (Bacchus Marsh area)—face moderate to high risk under strong wind conditions. Properties within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or under the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) should comply with AS 3959 construction standards and maintain defensible space.
Crime & Safety
Melbourne CBD experiences elevated crime rates typical of inner urban commercial districts, with theft and assault being the predominant offence types. The area's high foot traffic, entertainment venues, and transient population contribute to crime levels above Victorian averages. Crime rates have remained relatively stable in recent years with consistent police presence and community safety initiatives.
Total Incidents
4,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Melbourne exhibits strong development activity concentrated in inner-city urban renewal precincts (Southbank, Fishermens Bend, Docklands) driven by Metro Tunnel infrastructure delivery and central city demand. Middle-ring suburbs show consistent infill housing approvals and activity centre intensification, while outer suburbs remain subject to greenfield estates and strategic planning scheme amendments supporting long-term growth corridors.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel
0 kmMajor underground rail infrastructure project connecting Sunbury, Dandenong and Pakenham lines via central Melbourne, with new stations at Anzac, Parkville and Domain.
Determination: 2025
Southbank Precinct Mixed-use Development
2 kmLarge-scale urban renewal combining residential towers, retail, cultural facilities and public spaces in the Southbank Arts Precinct.
Fishermens Bend Urban Renewal Precinct
5 kmStrategic planning scheme amendment enabling mixed-use development on former industrial land with residential, commercial and public realm components across multiple stages.
Determination: 2028
Carlton Residential DA - Mixed Towers
3 kmMulti-stage apartment development delivering 500+ dwellings across 3-4 towers in inner Carlton near universities and transport.
Suburban Residential Infill DAs
10 kmScattered dual-occupancy and minor subdivision approvals across middle-ring suburbs (Coburg, Brunswick, Footscray) responding to infill housing demand.
Box Hill Major Activity Centre Plan
18 kmActivity centre intensification strategy supporting residential and mixed-use development around improved transit connections and town centre consolidation.
Heritage & Conservation
Central Melbourne contains numerous state and nationally significant heritage landmarks spanning Victorian, Edwardian, and early 20th-century architecture. Much of the inner CBD and surrounding areas are subject to heritage overlays and conservation area provisions under the Victorian Heritage Register and local council planning schemes. Strict controls apply to alterations, demolition, and new development to preserve the city's architectural and historical character.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Approval required for external alterations and additions to heritage-listed buildings
- •Demolition of heritage buildings or structures prohibited without permit
- •New development must be compatible with established streetscape character and building height patterns
- •Original architectural features (windows, doors, facades) must be retained and restored
Nearby Heritage Items