Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
19 Leyana Crescent
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Shire of Brimbank Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Brookfield is a well-serviced suburb in Melbourne's inner west with a strong local public primary school. Secondary options include nearby Catholic schools (Marcellin, Parade, Star of the Sea) and the independent Mount Scopus, alongside public alternatives. Verify current catchment boundaries directly with the education department, as zones can change.
Likely public catchment
Brookfield is likely zoned for Brookfield Primary School as the local public primary catchment. Secondary catchment should be verified with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Brookfield Primary School
In catchmentMarcellin College
Parade College
Mount Scopus Memorial College
Northvale Primary School
Star of the Sea College
Princes Hill Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
19 Leyana Crescent is located in a residential area of Brookfield with moderate traffic flow typical of suburban Victoria. The property has reasonable access to main arterial roads via local connections, making it suitable for commuting to surrounding employment centers.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) see increased traffic on Mountain Highway and Scoresby Road as commuters travel toward Melbourne CBD and eastern suburbs. Local residential streets experience typical suburban congestion during these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000m to nearest bus stops with services to Ringwood and surrounding areas. Limited direct rail access; closest railway stations (Ringwood or Blackburn) are approximately 2-3km away via local roads.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Brookfield, VIC is a western suburb of Melbourne with low to moderate flood risk. Parts of the suburb fall within the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay due to proximity to local waterways and historical flooding from stormwater/localized inundation events. The risk is generally lower than major river-flood-prone catchments, but property owners should verify overlay status with council and consider flood-resilience measures.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC planning scheme LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design in affected areas
- •Flood risk assessment may be required for development in mapped inundation zones
- •Consideration of local stormwater management and drainage infrastructure capacity
- •Consultation with Maribyrnong City Council on site-specific flood history and mitigation measures
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Brookfield is an outer-metropolitan suburb of Melbourne with predominantly low to moderate bushfire risk. The area is typically not mapped within high-risk Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) zones, though scattered vegetation and proximity to bush reserves warrant standard bushfire-aware property management. Property-specific risk should be confirmed against current VIC BMO and BPA mapping.
Crime & Safety
Brookfield, VIC is a residential suburb with crime rates below the Victorian state average, reflecting a relatively safe community profile. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage represent the primary crime concerns. Overall crime trends have remained stable, with no significant increases reported in recent years.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Brookfield, VIC is experiencing steady suburban residential growth driven by estate subdivision and infill development typical of outer-metropolitan growth corridors. Infrastructure projects including school facilities and road networks are progressing to support population expansion. Development activity reflects typical paced growth for a maturing residential precinct with mixed-use consolidation around local centres.
Brookfield Estate Stage 2 Residential
0.5 kmMulti-stage residential subdivision delivering additional dwelling lots within the established Brookfield precinct.
Determination: 2025
Local Mixed-use Development - Brookfield Town Centre
1.2 kmSmall-scale retail, office and residential mixed-use development anchoring local commercial activity.
Determination: 2026
School and Community Infrastructure
0.8 kmLocal primary school expansion and community facilities to support population growth in the subdivision.
Determination: 2025-06
Townhouse Development - Residential
1.5 kmMedium-density townhouse precinct targeting families seeking semi-detached housing.
Determination: 2024-2025
Local Roads and Drainage Infrastructure
0.3 kmSupporting local road network and stormwater management for the broader residential estate.
Determination: 2024
Heritage & Conservation
Brookfield is a suburban area in Victoria with limited heritage overlay protection. While the suburb may contain some locally significant early twentieth-century community buildings, most of the area consists of residential development from the mid-to-late twentieth century with minimal heritage designation.
Nearby Heritage Items