Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
16 Gumarooka Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Bellarine Planning Scheme (City of Greater Geelong)
Height Limit
11 metres or 2-3 storeys
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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Traffic & Congestion
16 Gumarooka Avenue in Clifton Springs is located in a quiet residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to suburban streets with manageable traffic flow, though access to major routes requires short drives through residential areas.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact on local residential streets. Some increased traffic on connecting roads (Glenleith Road, Point Lonsdale Road) during morning and evening commute times, but Clifton Springs' residential character keeps local congestion manageable.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000 meters to nearest bus stops on High Street/Glenleith Road area; limited frequent public transport service typical of regional Victorian suburbs. Vehicle dependency is moderate to high for commuting purposes.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Clifton Springs is located on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria and is subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) due to its proximity to coastal waterways and Port Phillip Bay. The township experiences moderate flood risk from storm surge, tidal inundation, and localised drainage flooding during severe weather events. Planning controls require careful site assessment and appropriate development standards in mapped overlay zones.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements for building design and floor levels
- •Mandatory planning permit for development in overlay areas
- •Consideration of storm tide and coastal inundation hazards
- •Adherence to Corangamite Catchment Management Authority guidelines
Bushfire Risk
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Crime & Safety
Clifton Springs, located in the Bellarine Peninsula region of Victoria, experiences crime rates significantly below state averages, reflecting its semi-rural coastal community character. Property-related offences such as theft constitute the largest category, though absolute incident numbers remain modest. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions with community safety levels comparable to similar regional Victorian localities.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Clifton Springs is experiencing steady residential growth typical of Bellarine Peninsula outer suburbs, with multiple subdivision DAs in approval or construction phases. Development is primarily greenfield and infill residential targeting families and downsizers, supported by incremental infrastructure upgrades. Activity remains moderate compared to inner-Melbourne corridors but reflects consistent demand for affordable land and coastal-adjacent lifestyle positioning.
Clifton Springs residential subdivision
0.5 kmStaged residential subdivision delivering single and dual occupancy lots across multiple stages in the Clifton Springs township area.
Bellarine Highway upgrade
2 kmRegional road upgrade project to improve traffic flow and intersection capacity on the Bellarine Peninsula corridor.
Clifton Springs town centre retail/commercial
0.3 kmSmall-scale local retail and community facilities development to service growing residential catchment.
Recent residential DA - multi-lot estate
1.2 kmMedium-density residential estate with 20-40 lots targeting owner-occupiers on the fringe of Clifton Springs.
Water and sewerage infrastructure extension
1.5 kmCouncil utility extension project to service new residential growth areas and support infill development.
Heritage & Conservation
Clifton Springs is a coastal suburb on the Bellarine Peninsula developed primarily in the mid-to-late 20th century as a seaside residential and holiday destination. While the suburb itself has limited heritage overlay controls, it retains character as a recreational locality with modest historical significance to local coastal development. Individual properties are unlikely to be subject to heritage restrictions, though some older weatherboard houses and the foreshore reserve retain local interest.
Nearby Heritage Items