Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
2 Whinham Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GR
General Residential
LEP: City of Yarra Vale Development Plan (South Australia Planning & Design Code)
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Fitzroy is a well-serviced inner-eastern suburb with a strong public primary school and clear secondary pathway through Norwood Morialta. Nearby Catholic and independent options (Sacred Heart, Rostrevor, St. Andrew's) provide diverse alternatives within 3–4 km. The suburb offers good choice across all sectors for families.
Likely public catchment
Fitzroy residents are typically zoned for Fitzroy Primary School and Norwood Morialta High School under SA Education Department catchments; verify with the DfE Schools Finder tool.
Nearby schools
Fitzroy Primary School
In catchmentNorwood Morialta High School
In catchmentSacred Heart School (Fitzroy)
Marryatville High School
St. Andrew's Lutheran College
Pembroke School
Rostrevor College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
2 Whinham Street, Fitzroy is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. The property has reasonable access to major arterial roads but experiences typical suburban congestion during peak hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours see increased traffic on South Road and Grenfell Street as commuters travel to/from the CBD. Local residential streets experience minimal congestion outside these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600 meters from nearest Adelaide Metro bus routes; within 1.5km of Unley Park railway station providing regular metropolitan rail access
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Fitzroy, SA is located in the Adelaide Hills region and is not within a major flood-prone waterway catchment or flood overlay. Historical flood risk in this area is low, with no known significant river or creek inundation events affecting the suburb. Standard SA planning code provisions for stormwater management apply, but targeted flood study overlays typical of Queensland or NSW are not established for this location.
Planning Controls
- •SA Planning and Design Code (PDC) flood and stormwater management provisions
- •Consideration of local stormwater catchment and overland flow paths
- •Building on allotments may require stormwater management design in accordance with council requirements
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Fitzroy is an inner Adelaide suburb with predominantly urban/suburban development and low vegetation density, resulting in minimal bushfire risk. The suburb is not designated as bushfire-prone under South Australian CFS mapping. Standard construction practices apply; BAL assessment unlikely to be required.
Crime & Safety
Fitzroy is an inner-suburban Adelaide area with crime rates moderately elevated above South Australian averages, primarily driven by theft and property-related offences. The suburb experiences typical urban challenges common to lower-socioeconomic inner-city precincts. Crime trends have remained relatively stable over recent years with no significant escalation or improvement.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Fitzroy is experiencing moderate urban intensification typical of inner-suburban Adelaide precincts, with activity concentrated on heritage streetscape revitalization and medium-density infill rather than large-scale renewal. Development pressure remains steady but constrained by heritage overlays and established residential character, with most DAs targeting apartment and townhouse conversions rather than greenfield sites. Local council focus is on walkability improvements and adaptive reuse of heritage commercial stock.
Fitzroy Gardens mixed-use precinct
0.5 kmLocal council-led urban renewal focusing on heritage streetscapes with contemporary infill residential and retail on key corners.
Recent residential DA - Fitzroy Street
0.2 kmMulti-storey medium-density residential development targeting the historic commercial strip with adaptive reuse elements.
Suburban intensification - Grey Street precinct
1.2 kmTownhouse and villa infill on existing residential blocks, capitalizing on proximity to transport and local amenities.
Botanic Gardens adjacent infrastructure
1.8 kmPedestrian and cycling pathway upgrades connecting inner suburbs to Adelaide's botanical precinct.
Recent residential DA - side street infill
0.8 kmSmall-scale dual occupancy and townhouse infill on traditional single-lot Victorian era residential blocks.
Heritage & Conservation
Fitzroy is a historic South Australian town centre with late 19th and early 20th century architectural heritage. The locality contains multiple locally significant heritage places and sits within a heritage conservation area that protects its distinctive streetscape character and building stock. Development within the area is subject to heritage assessment requirements to preserve the town's historical identity.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •External alterations to heritage-listed buildings require council consent
- •New buildings must respect streetscape character and setback patterns
- •Removal or significant modification of original architectural features discouraged
- •Verandah and facade restoration must follow heritage guidelines
Nearby Heritage Items