Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
182 Country Club Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Bellarine Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 2-3 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Clifton Springs is a coastal township on the Bellarine Peninsula with solid access to public schooling through Clifton Springs PS and Bellerine SC. Catholic and independent options are available in nearby Drysdale and surrounding districts. Families should verify exact catchment zoning with the Department of Education Victoria.
Likely public catchment
Clifton Springs residents are typically zoned for Clifton Springs Primary School and Bellerine Secondary College as their public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Clifton Springs Primary School
In catchmentBellerine Secondary College
In catchmentSacred Heart Primary School, Drysdale
St. Ignatius Primary School, Bellerine
Drouin Secondary College
Oberon High School
Bellarine Grammar School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
182 Country Club Drive in Clifton Springs is located in a relatively quiet residential area with generally low traffic volumes. The property benefits from proximity to local amenities while maintaining good access to regional routes via nearby major roads.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact expected in the immediate residential vicinity. Morning and evening commuter traffic primarily flows along Bellarine Highway towards Geelong, with only light local traffic on Country Club Drive itself.
Public Transport
Approximately 1-2km to nearest bus stops on Bellarine Highway. Regular V/Line bus services connect to Geelong and surrounding areas, with journey times to Geelong CBD approximately 20-30 minutes depending on route.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Clifton Springs is a coastal township in the City of Greater Geelong located on the Bellarine Peninsula. While the area has localised flooding risk associated with drainage lines and low-lying areas near coastal interfaces, it is not affected by major river flood overlays (such as those on the Yarra or Murrumbidgee). The primary flood risk is minor to moderate, primarily affecting scattered properties in drainage-constrained zones rather than widespread inundation.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Victorian planning scheme flood provisions and LSIO requirements where mapped
- •Consideration of stormwater management and drainage in development proposals
- •Elevation and floor level controls may apply in identified flood-prone pockets
- •Referral to local council and potentially Barwon Water for drainage and flood risk assessment
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Clifton Springs is a coastal fringe suburb in the Bellarine Peninsula with moderate bushfire risk. The area contains pockets of native vegetation and is subject to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) in Victoria. Properties are likely to fall within BAL-19 or BAL-12.5 zones depending on proximity to vegetation and topography; mitigation measures and AS 3959 compliance are recommended for new construction or renovation.
Crime & Safety
Clifton Springs is a coastal suburb in the Bellarine Peninsula region of Victoria with crime rates generally lower than state averages. The area experiences typical property-related incidents including theft and break-and-enter offences, but maintains relatively low violent crime rates. This established residential and holiday destination maintains a stable crime profile consistent with regional Victorian coastal communities.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Clifton Springs is experiencing moderate residential growth as part of the broader Geelong region's expansion, with staged housing estate development and supporting infrastructure projects. The suburb is transitioning from rural-residential to established residential character with incremental infill and school capacity upgrades. Development activity reflects local council zoning for residential growth rather than major urban renewal or high-density transformation.
Clifton Springs Residential Growth Area
0.5 kmStaged residential estate development with mixed-density housing including townhouses and single-lot residential allotments across multiple precincts.
Determination: 2026
Clifton Springs Primary School Expansion
1.2 kmEducation facility expansion to support growing residential population in the growth corridor.
Barwon Heads Road Mixed-Use Development
2.1 kmSmall-scale commercial and residential mixed-use project along major retail corridor to service population growth.
Local Road and Drainage Infrastructure
0.8 kmStaged delivery of local roads, stormwater and utility infrastructure supporting residential subdivisions.
Residential Infill DAs (various)
1.5 kmMultiple scattered residential infill approvals and land holdings indicating steady suburban densification.
Heritage & Conservation
Clifton Springs is a coastal residential suburb in the Bellarine Peninsula with limited state or local heritage listings. The area is primarily characterised by mid-20th century residential development and recreational foreshore reserves rather than historic built heritage, with most properties falling outside formal heritage overlays.
Nearby Heritage Items