Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
18 Half Moon Crescent
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Golden Plains Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
450 m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Indented Head is a small coastal suburb on the Bellarine Peninsula with access to its local primary school and secondary provision via Bellarine Secondary College. Catholic and independent options are located in nearby Geelong (6–12 km), offering families broader choice. Verify catchment directly with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority or Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Indented Head are zoned for Indented Head Primary School and Bellarine Secondary College.
Nearby schools
Indented Head Primary School
In catchmentBellarine Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Leonards Primary School
Geelong College
Bellerine Street Primary School
St. Theresa's Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
18 Half Moon Crescent, Indented Head is located in a quiet residential coastal area with minimal traffic congestion. The property benefits from low-density suburban road networks typical of this semi-rural coastal locality.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact. Weekend and holiday periods may see modest increases due to coastal tourism traffic on Bellarine Highway, but local streets remain uncongested.
Public Transport
Limited public transport access. Nearest bus services are approximately 2-3km away on Bellarine Highway. Private vehicle recommended for most commuting.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
Indented Head is located on the Bellarine Peninsula near Port Phillip Bay and is subject to the Victorian Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) due to its low-lying coastal topography and exposure to both river and coastal flood hazards. The suburb's proximity to tidal waters and seasonal rainfall in the Port Phillip catchment creates medium flood risk; properties in mapped LSIO areas require flood-aware development and elevated design standards. Historical storm surge and local drainage issues are the primary flood mechanisms for this coastal location.
Planning Controls
- •Development must demonstrate flood immunity or mitigation to 1% AEP (100-year) flood level
- •Finished floor levels typically required above predicted flood level plus freeboard
- •Permeable surfaces and water-sensitive urban design encouraged to manage local drainage
- •Referral to responsible authority (Surf Coast Shire) for discretionary permit applications in mapped zones
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Indented Head is a coastal township on the Bellarine Peninsula with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grassland and light woodland vegetation. The area is likely within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or subject to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), with typical BAL ratings around BAL-19. Properties in this locality should comply with AS 3959 construction standards and maintain adequate vegetation clearance around buildings.
Crime & Safety
Indented Head is a small coastal township in the Bellarine Peninsula with crime rates below the Victorian state average. Property-related offences such as theft and malicious damage are the most prevalent categories. The area maintains relatively stable crime conditions typical of regional seaside communities.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Indented Head is a small, established bayside residential community on the Bellarine Peninsula with limited major development activity. Development pressure is modest, focused on infill residential approvals and minor coastal amenity projects, with broader growth occurring in nearby Drysdale and regional infrastructure supporting the wider Bellarine region. The area's character as a quieter coastal destination constrains large-scale development.
Indented Head Coastal Precinct Studies
0 kmFeasibility studies for modest coastal protection and amenity improvements along Indented Head's waterfront.
Determination: 2025
Local Residential DAs - Indented Head
0.5 kmSmall-scale residential infill and minor subdivision consents typical for established bayside communities in Bellarine Peninsula.
Determination: 2024-2025
Bellarine Regional Trail Extension
2 kmMulti-use trail extension connecting coastal communities across the Bellarine Peninsula, enhancing recreational access.
Determination: 2025
Drysdale Residential Growth Corridor
5 kmSignificant residential growth area in nearby Drysdale with multiple estate and infill approvals driving regional demand.
Determination: 2025-2026
Geelong Region Infrastructure Upgrades
15 kmWater, sewerage and road capacity improvements across the Geelong region supporting broader Bellarine Peninsula growth.
Determination: 2026
Heritage & Conservation
Indented Head is a small coastal residential suburb on the Bellarine Peninsula with modest heritage significance. While the locality has historical roots as a shipping and fishing port, most properties are relatively recent residential development without formal heritage listing or conservation area protection. The Indented Head Lighthouse represents the primary local heritage landmark.
Nearby Heritage Items