Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
14 Littlewood Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Moorabool Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Fyansford is a small suburb west of Geelong with a local primary school and strong links to Bellerine Secondary College. Families have good access to Catholic schools (St. Therese, St. Ignatius) and the well-known independent Geelong Grammar School. Always verify catchment status directly with the VIC Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Fyansford is likely zoned for Fyansford Primary School and Bellerine Secondary College as the main public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Fyansford Primary School
In catchmentBellerine Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Therese Primary School
St. Ignatius College
Geelong Grammar School
Newtown Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
14 Littlewood Drive, Fyansford is located in a residential area with relatively light traffic conditions typical of outer suburban Victoria. The property has good access to regional highways via nearby connecting roads, with moderate congestion possible during peak commute hours on weekdays.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion expected on Littlewood Drive itself; however, access routes via Barwon Heads Road and Moorabool Street may experience moderate congestion during weekday morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) commute periods.
Public Transport
Geelong Bus services available approximately 800m-1km away; limited direct access to train services (nearest train station is Geelong Station approximately 8-10km away)
Public Transport
7 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Unnamed stop (0.6km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Unnamed stop
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Unnamed stop
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21 Buckley Falls Rd
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Desmond St/Scenic Rd
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Unnamed stop
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Buckley Falls Rd/Highett Rd
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Flood Risk
Fyansford is located in the Barwon River catchment in the Geelong region, Victoria, and is subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) due to historical flood risk from the Barwon River and local drainage. The Barwon River has a documented history of significant flooding events, making this area moderately flood-prone. Development in Fyansford is subject to VIC's standard flood overlay controls and requires demonstration of flood-compatible design.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements for new buildings and substantial modifications
- •Flood-resistant design standards and elevated finished floor levels in flood-prone areas
- •Mandatory flooding and drainage impact assessment for development applications
- •Restrictions on basement construction and requirement for wet/dry floodproofing measures
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Fyansford is a semi-rural locality in the Bellarine Peninsula region of Victoria with moderate bushfire risk exposure. The area typically falls within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) with BAL-19 considerations due to surrounding grassland and woodland vegetation on undulating topography. Properties should comply with AS 3959 BAL-19 standards for construction and maintenance of adequate defendable space.
Crime & Safety
Fyansford is a regional Victorian suburb with crime rates broadly consistent with state averages for similar-sized communities. Theft and malicious damage represent the most prevalent offence categories, while violent crime remains relatively contained. The suburb maintains stable crime patterns with no significant escalation trends in recent years.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Fyansford is experiencing gradual urban renewal focused on transitioning from a purely industrial suburb toward mixed-use, transit-oriented development centred on its railway station. Activity is moderate, driven by infill residential projects, industrial estate modernisation, and council planning to support sustainable growth. Key drivers include proximity to Geelong CBD and regional transport links.
Fyansford Industrial Estate Expansion
0.5 kmExpansion of existing industrial precinct with additional warehouse and logistics facilities serving the Geelong region.
Moorabool Street Residential Infill
1.2 kmSmall-scale infill subdivision creating 8-12 residential lots on former light industrial land within walking distance of Fyansford station.
Fyansford Railway Precinct Master Plan
0.3 kmCouncil-backed strategic framework for transit-oriented development around Fyansford railway station with mixed residential and commercial uses.
Determination: 2027
Geelong Ring Road / Bellarine Highway Works
2 kmState-funded transport improvements to support broader Geelong corridor development and freight connectivity.
Residential Conversion - Heritage Buildings
0.8 kmAdaptive reuse of former industrial/commercial buildings to residential apartments in the Fyansford village core.
Heritage & Conservation
Fyansford is primarily known for its industrial heritage, particularly the historic cement manufacturing works which are of state significance. The suburb has limited residential heritage overlay protection, with most heritage value concentrated in the industrial precinct rather than domestic properties. Any heritage restrictions are likely to apply to industrial structures and archaeological sites rather than typical residential dwellings.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Industrial heritage precinct protection for cement works
- •Archaeological sensitivity for industrial sites
- •Visual impact assessment for modifications in proximity to historic industrial structures
Nearby Heritage Items