Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
20 Johnston Way
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Brimbank Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300 m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Taylors Hill is a growing suburb in the north-west with a dedicated public primary school on its doorstep. Secondary students typically feed into Gladstone Park Secondary College. The area offers a solid Catholic option (St Dominic's Primary, MacKillop Secondary) and independent alternatives, making it an accessible location for families seeking diverse schooling choices.
Likely public catchment
Taylors Hill is likely zoned for Taylors Hill Primary School (primary) and Gladstone Park Secondary College (secondary); always verify with VIC Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Taylors Hill Primary School
In catchmentGladstone Park Secondary College
In catchmentSt Dominic's Primary School
MacKillop Catholic Regional College
Meadowvale Primary School
Caroline Chisholm Catholic Secondary College
Emmaus Christian School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 20 Johnston Way, Taylors Hill is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. The suburb has good connectivity via local roads, though some congestion occurs during peak hours on nearby main roads.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour congestion (7-9am and 4-6pm) primarily affects Grange Road and Mt Alexander Road with increased traffic flow toward the CBD and local employment centers. Local residential streets experience lighter congestion.
Public Transport
Approximately 600-800 meters to nearest tram stop on Mt Alexander Road (Route 6 tram). Bus services available on local roads within 400-500 meters. Train station access via Sunshine Station approximately 2.5km away.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Taylors Hill is an inland western Melbourne suburb with low to very low flood risk. While small portions may fall within Melbourne Water's Land Subject to Inundation Overlay due to local drainage paths or minor waterways, the suburb is not within a major flood-prone catchment. Standard stormwater management and local drainage compliance is typically the primary flood-related planning consideration.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Melbourne Water drainage and flood mitigation requirements
- •Site-specific flood risk assessment may be required for developments in mapped LSIO areas
- •Stormwater management and detention basin design standards under Victorian planning scheme
- •Consideration of overland flow paths and local drainage patterns in site planning
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Taylors Hill is a suburban area in the western suburbs of Melbourne with predominantly urban and peri-urban characteristics. The locality has limited extensive vegetation and is not typically classified within high-risk bushfire zones, though some properties on the urban fringe may fall within the Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Standard construction practices are generally sufficient for this area.
Crime & Safety
Taylors Hill is a suburban area in Victoria's west with crime rates generally below state average. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter represent the primary concerns, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb demonstrates stable crime patterns consistent with established residential communities in the Melbourne metropolitan area.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Taylors Hill is experiencing steady residential infill development typical of Melbourne's outer western growth corridor, with multiple small-to-medium DA approvals for dual occupancies and subdivisions. Supporting infrastructure including school upgrades and local road works are underway or proposed to accommodate population growth. Activity remains moderate relative to more active growth corridors, focused on incremental densification rather than major master-planned precincts.
Taylors Hill residential infill DAs
0.5 kmMultiple small-to-medium residential subdivisions and dual occupancy developments across the suburb, typical of outer-ring Melbourne infill pressure.
Determination: 2024-2025
Taylors Hill Primary School precinct expansion
0.3 kmSchool capacity and facility upgrades to support growing residential catchment in the western suburbs growth corridor.
Determination: 2025-2026
Local road and drainage upgrades
0.8 kmStandard council utility and road works supporting increased residential density in the Brimbank municipality area.
Determination: 2024
Nearby mixed-use and commercial development
1.2 kmLocal retail, convenience and small commercial precincts along Melton Highway and major thoroughfares serving new residential growth.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Taylors Hill is a post-war outer suburban development in Melbourne's west with limited formal heritage listings. While the suburb contains some early institutional buildings (churches, schools) of local interest, it does not have statutory heritage overlay controls or a conservation area designation.
Nearby Heritage Items