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19 Jacka Street

Essendon, VIC 3040
3 bed 2 bath 3 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20265/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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GRZ1

General Residential Zone

LEP: Moonee Valley Planning Scheme

Height Limit

11 metres or 3 storeys

Min Lot Size

300m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Dwelling (house)ApartmentChild care centreCommunity houseBed and breakfastHome-based business

❌ Prohibited Uses

Retail tradingOfficeIndustrial useService stationNightclub or entertainment venueIntensive livestock production
Source: StMate AI — VIC planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Source: StMate AI — VIC schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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Source: StMate AI — VIC flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Minimal vegetation; urban residential suburb with scattered trees

Essendon is an inner-metropolitan suburb of Melbourne with very low bushfire risk. The area is densely developed with low vegetation cover and is not within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or subject to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). Standard construction practices apply; no BAL rating compliance required.

Source: StMate AI — VIC bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Essendon experiences moderate crime levels consistent with inner-suburban Melbourne averages, with theft and assault being the most prevalent offence categories. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns year-on-year, with rates neither significantly elevated nor notably lower than comparable metropolitan areas. Property crime and interpersonal violence represent the primary community safety concerns in the area.

Total Incidents

4,200

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
1200
Assault
650
Break and enter
480
Motor vehicle theft
320
Malicious damage
550
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Essendon is experiencing moderate to strong development activity focused on station precinct renewal and medium-density residential infill, driven by Metro Tunnel completion and inner-west demand. The suburb has active conversion of commercial land to residential use and infrastructure upgrades to support population growth. Development is concentrated along major transport corridors and near the revitalised station hub.

Essendon Station Precinct Renewal

0.5 km
Mixed-useUnder construction

Major station precinct redevelopment including residential apartments, retail, and improved transport connectivity as part of Metro Tunnel project integration.

Determination: 2025

Essendon North Residential DA

1.2 km
Residential subdivisionApproved

Medium-density residential subdivision targeting infill development on former commercial land with multi-unit townhouse and apartment approvals.

Keilor Road Commercial-to-Residential Conversion

0.8 km
Mixed-useProposed

Adaptive reuse of aging commercial buildings along major arterial into residential and small-scale retail mixed-use development.

Determination: 2024-2025

Essendon Primary School Precinct

0.6 km
InfrastructureApproved

School modernisation and expansion project addressing local population growth and educational capacity demands.

Apartment Development - Buckley Street

1 km
Apartment buildingUnder construction

4-6 storey apartment building targeting young professionals and downsizers near Essendon station.

Source: StMate AI — VIC development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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🏛️ Heritage ListedConservation Area

Essendon is an inner-northern suburb with significant heritage character, featuring Victorian and Edwardian residential architecture alongside important civic and sporting landmarks. The suburb contains both state-listed heritage items and a local heritage conservation area with multiple restrictions on development and alterations. Properties within the overlay areas face heightened planning scrutiny to preserve the suburb's historical streetscapes and architectural integrity.

⚠️ Restrictions

  • Requirement to obtain planning permit for alterations to external appearance of heritage-listed properties
  • Restrictions on demolition of buildings in heritage conservation areas without council approval
  • Design guidelines for new construction in heritage precincts to complement character
  • Potential requirement for heritage impact assessment for development proposals

Nearby Heritage Items

Essendon Stationstate
0.5 km
Essendon Football Club Ground (Windy Hill)state
1.2 km
Former Essendon Gasworkslocal
0.8 km
Strathmore Avenue Avenue of Honorlocal
1.5 km
Source: StMate AI — VIC heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.