Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
2 Bastow Close
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Cardinia Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Pakenham is a growing outer-Melbourne suburb in the Gippsland region with solid public school options anchored by Pakenham Primary and Secondary College. Catholic and independent alternatives are available nearby, and the area benefits from expansion of schooling infrastructure as the region develops. Always verify current catchment zones with official VIC schools resources.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Pakenham are typically zoned for Pakenham Primary School and Pakenham Secondary College; however, catchment boundaries may vary and should be confirmed with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or local education department.
Nearby schools
Pakenham Primary School
In catchmentPakenham Secondary College
In catchmentSt Paul's College Pakenham
Officer Primary School
Lakeside Primary School
St Catherine's Primary School Pakenham
Beaconsfield Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
2 Bastow Close, Pakenham experiences generally moderate traffic conditions with typical suburban patterns. The location benefits from proximity to major arterials but is situated in a residential area with lower through-traffic volumes.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) see moderate congestion on approach routes to Princes Highway, with increased traffic from residents commuting to Melbourne. Local residential streets remain relatively clear.
Public Transport
Pakenham Railway Station approximately 3-4km away, accessible via local bus routes. V/Line rail services provide regional connectivity to Melbourne CBD.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Unnamed stop (0.9km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
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McGarvie Crescent Playground/Livingstone Bvd
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Lavender Ave/Livingstone Bvd
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Flood Risk
Pakenham is located in the Yarra River catchment and has areas subject to periodic flooding, particularly from localised drainage and overland flow events. Properties in mapped flood-prone areas are likely covered by the LSIO and/or FMO, which impose standard VIC planning controls on development. Historical flood events and flat topography in parts of the locality warrant flood risk assessment during property purchase.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC LSIO requirements for new buildings and extensions
- •Finished floor levels typically set above the 1% AEP (100-year) flood level
- •Floodplain management overlay (FMO) restrictions on certain land uses and development
- •Referral to Melbourne Water and/or relevant drainage authority for development applications
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Pakenham is a fringe-rural suburb in the outer Melbourne metropolitan area with moderate bushfire risk. The locality sits on the interface between urban development and bushland reserves, particularly toward the Dandenong Ranges to the east and Cardinia Creek catchment areas, exposing properties to potential ember attack and radiant heat. Buildings in BAL-12.5 zones require upgraded materials and design per AS 3959, particularly roof and external wall vulnerability.
Crime & Safety
Pakenham experiences crime rates consistent with outer metropolitan Melbourne suburbs. Theft-related offences constitute the largest proportion of reported incidents, while assault rates align with state averages for regional growth areas. Crime trends have remained relatively stable over recent years without significant escalation.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Pakenham is experiencing sustained residential and industrial development pressure as a key node in Victoria's South-Eastern growth corridor. Greenfield subdivisions dominate the fringe, while the town centre sees incremental infill and mixed-use intensification, supported by upgrades to regional road and rail infrastructure. Council DAs reflect a dual focus on accommodating population growth and improving strategic connectivity.
Pakenham South residential subdivision
2.5 kmLarge-scale greenfield estate development with 200+ lots targeting first-home buyers and young families.
Cardinia Road mixed-use precinct
1.2 kmRetail, office and medium-density residential development along major arterial road corridor.
Pakenham Station precinct revitalisation
0.3 kmStation-adjacent mixed-use and higher-density residential project capitalising on rail connectivity to Melbourne.
Industrial estate expansion (north Pakenham)
3.8 kmWarehouse and logistics facilities responding to demand from growing South-Eastern growth corridor.
Residential apartment DA (Pakenham CBD)
0.5 km4-6 storey multi-unit residential building targeting infill development within town centre.
Princes Highway upgrade project
2 kmRoad widening and safety improvements supporting increased traffic from new residential and industrial growth.
Heritage & Conservation
Pakenham is a regional town in outer metropolitan Melbourne with heritage significance primarily concentrated in its historic town centre and railway precinct. Key heritage assets include the Victorian-era railway station and several early 20th-century civic buildings. Most residential properties in the suburb are not subject to formal heritage overlays, though isolated individual buildings of local significance may be protected.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Victorian Heritage Register listing may apply to individual state-significant buildings
- •Local heritage overlay possible for significant buildings in town centre
Nearby Heritage Items