Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
2 Razorbill Terrace
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Wyndham Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Werribee offers a solid mix of public, Catholic and independent schooling options within a 5 km radius. The public catchment schools (Werribee Primary and Secondary College) serve the core suburb, with several well-established Catholic alternatives (St. Clement's, Mercy, Emmanuel) also present. Parents should confirm their exact catchment zone via the VIC Schools Finder tool.
Likely public catchment
Properties in central Werribee are likely zoned to Werribee Primary School (primary) and Werribee Secondary College (secondary); outer areas may feed to Galvin or Werribee Park Primary. Verify with the VIC education department.
Nearby schools
Werribee Primary School
In catchmentWerribee Secondary College
In catchmentGalvin Primary School
St. Clement's Primary School
Mercy College
Emmanuel College
Werribee Park Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
2 Razorbill Terrace, Werribee is located in a residential area with generally light to moderate traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while being situated in a quieter suburban street.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal direct impact on the residential street itself. Morning and evening peak hours may affect nearby Princes Highway and access routes to the CBD, but local traffic through Razorbill Terrace remains relatively light.
Public Transport
Werribee railway station approximately 2km away with regular Werribee line services. Multiple bus routes available within 500-800m, providing access to Werribee town centre and surrounding areas.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Vaughan Chase/Black Forest Road (0.8km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Vaughan Chase/Black Forest Road
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Vaughan Chase/Black Forest Road
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Haines Drive Reserve/Haines Drive
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Haines Drive Reserve/Haines Drive
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Unnamed stop
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Ribblesdale Avenue/Haines Drive
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Unnamed stop
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Ribblesdale Avenue/Haines Drive
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Unnamed stop
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Unnamed stop
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Flood Risk
Werribee has high flood risk due to its location in the Werribee River catchment and proximity to the Werribee plains, with historical flooding events (notably 1952, 1993). Much of the suburb falls under the LSIO, triggering mandatory planning controls and flood-resilience requirements under Wyndham Planning Scheme. Properties in lower-lying areas near the river and tributary corridors face elevated inundation risk during major rainfall and river overflow events.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to flood-prone areas; building and works subject to flooding permit requirements
- •Minimum floor levels and flood-compatible design standards enforced under Wyndham Planning Scheme
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for development in identified flood zones
- •Constraints on basement construction and fill; requirements for elevated services in flood-prone lots
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Werribee is a well-established outer suburban area of Melbourne with predominantly urban development, low vegetation density, and distance from significant bushland. The property is unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and typically attracts BAL-LOW or no BAL rating. Standard construction practices generally suffice for this location.
Crime & Safety
Werribee experiences crime rates consistent with outer metropolitan Victoria, with theft and assault being the most prevalent offences. The suburb maintains a relatively stable crime profile typical for growing regional population centres. Property-related crimes remain a notable concern, though rates are broadly in line with state averages for similar areas.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Werribee is experiencing moderate-to-strong residential growth focused on southern greenfield subdivisions and town centre intensification around the railway station. Key activity includes mixed-use CBD redevelopment, significant industrial/logistics expansion in western precincts, and supporting infrastructure (schools, parks, community facilities) responding to population growth. Development momentum reflects Werribee's role as a secondary growth centre in Melbourne's outer west with improved transport connectivity.
Werribee South residential precinct expansion
3.5 kmLarge-scale greenfield residential development across multiple stages with mixed housing typologies in the southern growth corridor.
Determination: 2026
Werribee Central mixed-use redevelopment
0.5 kmTown centre activation project combining retail, commercial office, and medium-density residential near Werribee railway station.
Determination: 2025
K Road industrial precinct DA
2 kmLogistics and light industrial development responding to western corridor demand and arterial road accessibility.
Determination: 2025
Werribee River precinct parks and open space
1.5 kmPublic realm enhancement and flood mitigation works along Werribee River with new community parks and walking trails.
Determination: 2024-2025
Recent apartment building DA - CBD
0.3 km4-6 storey medium-density residential apartment complex targeting transit-oriented development near station precinct.
Determination: 2026
Education and community services expansion
2.5 kmNew primary school and community health facility serving expanded southern residential precincts.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Werribee has significant heritage value centred on the Werribee Park Estate and established town centre precinct. Properties within the heritage overlay or conservation area may face restrictions on external modifications. The suburb balances heritage conservation with suburban development, particularly in its older residential core.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Alteration to façade and roof forms requires planning approval
- •Demolition or removal of heritage structures prohibited without consent
- •Extensions must be sympathetic to heritage character
- •Original windows and doors should be retained where possible
Nearby Heritage Items