Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
1662 Gravity Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Geelong Planning Scheme
Height Limit
13.5 metres
Min Lot Size
600 m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Lara is a growing suburb in the Geelong region with solid public schooling options anchored by Lara Primary and Lara Secondary College. The area also offers nearby Catholic (St Ignatius, St Joseph's) and independent (Geelong Grammar) alternatives within a short radius. Always verify current catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or the Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Lara are zoned for Lara Primary School and Lara Secondary College as primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Lara Primary School
In catchmentLara Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Ignatius Primary School, Drysdale
Oberon High School, Geelong
St. Joseph's College, Geelong
Bellarine Secondary College, Drysdale
Geelong Grammar School, Bellerine
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
1662 Gravity Street in Lara experiences generally moderate traffic conditions typical of this growing outer suburb. The location has reasonable connectivity via local roads with access to the broader Geelong region.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) see increased traffic on Princes Highway and Lara-Winchelsea Road due to commuter movements toward Geelong CBD and Melbourne. Local streets experience moderate congestion during these periods.
Public Transport
Lara Railway Station is approximately 1.5-2km away, providing access to V/Line regional services and local bus routes. Nearest bus stops are within 500-800m, serving local community routes.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Lara, located in the City of Greater Geelong, is subject to flood risk primarily from the Barwon River and local drainage systems. Parts of the suburb fall within the LSIO, reflecting historical flood exposure and modelled inundation extents. Properties within mapped overlays require careful assessment of floor levels and flood-proofing measures.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design in designated areas
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation measures required for developments in mapped flood zones
- •Restrictions on certain land uses and development types in high-risk inundation areas
- •Mandatory consideration of 1% AEP (100-year) and PMF (Probable Maximum Flood) scenarios in planning applications
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Lara is a growth corridor suburb in the Geelong region with moderate bushfire risk due to its position on the urban–rural fringe and proximity to grassland and scattered native vegetation. The suburb is likely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) under Victoria's BMO, with typical BAL ratings of 12.5–19 for fringe properties. Properties should comply with AS 3959 construction standards and maintain adequate defendable space.
Crime & Safety
Lara, a growing outer suburb of Geelong in Victoria, experiences crime rates broadly consistent with similar regional growth areas. Theft-related offences represent the largest category, reflecting patterns typical of developing suburban communities. The suburb maintains stable crime trends with no significant recent escalation or improvement.
Total Incidents
3,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Lara is experiencing significant residential growth as part of Geelong's broader expansion, with multiple large-scale subdivisions and mixed-use development underway, supported by major Geelong Fast Rail infrastructure investment. The area is transitioning from rural fringe to established growth corridor, with town centre consolidation, industrial precinct development, and sustained multi-stage estate delivery across 2024–2026. DA activity reflects strong council support for housing supply and strategic transport connectivity.
Lara West Estate Stage 2
2 kmMulti-stage residential subdivision delivering 200+ lots across mixed-density housing in the western growth corridor.
Determination: 2025
Geelong Fast Rail Infrastructure
5 kmMajor rail upgrade connecting Geelong and Melbourne via elevated sections, with significant station works impacting surrounding precincts.
Determination: 2024-2025
Lara Town Centre Mixed-Use
0.5 kmPlanned town centre redevelopment including retail, aged care, and medium-density residential near the railway corridor.
Determination: 2025-2026
Thornbury Park Estate Extension
3 kmGreenfield residential subdivision targeting 150+ lots on the northern fringe with associated local infrastructure.
Determination: 2025
Armstrong Creek Precinct Stage 3
4 kmLarge-scale master-planned community expansion with mixed-density residential, schools, and local commercial facilities.
Determination: 2025-2026
Lara Industrial Precinct Expansion
6 kmIndustrial land release and infrastructure improvements supporting logistics and manufacturing along the western corridor.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Lara is a suburban locality in Greater Geelong with modest heritage significance. The area contains scattered early 20th-century institutional and residential buildings of local interest, but lacks a formal heritage conservation area or Heritage Overlay. Most properties are post-1950s residential development without individual state or local heritage listing.
Nearby Heritage Items