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Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis

20 Johnston Way

Taylors Hill, VIC 3037
4 bed 2 bath 3 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20268/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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GRZ1

General Residential Zone

LEP: Brimbank Planning Scheme

FSR

0.6:1

Height Limit

11 metres

Min Lot Size

300 m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Dwelling (house)Dwelling (unit)Home-based businessResidential aged care facilityChild care centreGarden centre

❌ Prohibited Uses

Amusement parkCommercial forestHazardous industrial useHeavy industryIntensive agricultureMotor racing track
Source: StMate AI — VIC planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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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

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Taylors Hill Primary School

In catchment
primary · publicStrong public school, established local option
0.3 km
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Gladstone Park Secondary College

In catchment
secondary · publicPrimary public secondary catchment for the area
2.1 km
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St Dominic's Primary School

primary · catholicWell-regarded Catholic primary
1.8 km
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MacKillop Catholic Regional College

secondary · catholicProminent Catholic secondary option
3.2 km
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Meadowvale Primary School

primary · public
1.9 km
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Caroline Chisholm Catholic Secondary College

secondary · catholicCatholic secondary in broader area
4.5 km
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Emmaus Christian School

combined · independentIndependent Christian school option
3.8 km

Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.

Source: StMate AI — VIC schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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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.

Congestion Level:moderate

Nearby Major Roads

Grange RoadMt Alexander RoadPascoe Vale RoadMaribyrnong River RoadHavelock Road

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.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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low RiskZone: Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) — limited extent

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
Source: StMate AI — VIC flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Scattered trees and grassland typical of outer metropolitan Melbourne

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.

Source: StMate AI — VIC bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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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

Theft
850
Assault
280
Break and enter
420
Motor vehicle theft
180
Malicious damage
350
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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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 km
Residential subdivisionApproved

Multiple 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 km
InfrastructureProposed

School 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 km
InfrastructureUnder construction

Standard council utility and road works supporting increased residential density in the Brimbank municipality area.

Determination: 2024

Nearby mixed-use and commercial development

1.2 km
Mixed-useApproved

Local retail, convenience and small commercial precincts along Melton Highway and major thoroughfares serving new residential growth.

Determination: 2024-2025

Source: StMate AI — VIC development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage Listed

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

Taylors Hill Uniting Churchlocal
0.2 km
Taylors Hill Primary School (original building)local
0.3 km
Brimbank Park historic structureslocal
1.5 km
Source: StMate AI — VIC heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.