Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
20 Wintersun Court
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Golden Plains Shire Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11m or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Clifton Springs is a seaside suburb in the Bellarine Peninsula with access to a strong local public primary school and secondary education through Bellerine Secondary College. Catholic options (St. Paul's Drysdale, Sacred Heart Bellerine) and selective independent schools like Geelong Grammar School provide alternative schooling pathways nearby. Verification with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or local education department is essential for precise catchment confirmation.
Likely public catchment
Clifton Springs is likely zoned for Clifton Springs Primary School and Bellerine Secondary College (public catchment).
Nearby schools
Clifton Springs Primary School
In catchmentBellerine Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Paul's Primary School, Drysdale
Sacred Heart Primary School, Bellerine
Geelong Grammar School
St. Joseph's Geelong
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
20 Wintersun Court, Clifton Springs is located in a quiet residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property is well-positioned near major arterial routes while remaining in a low-density suburban environment.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact in the immediate residential area. Morning and evening commuter traffic uses Princes Freeway and Surfcoast Highway but does not significantly affect local streets in Clifton Springs.
Public Transport
Approximately 1.5-2km to nearest bus stops serving local routes. Limited public transport connectivity; private vehicle reliance is high for this area.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Clifton Springs, located in the Barwon catchment on the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria, has medium flood risk primarily due to proximity to the Barwon River and coastal drainage areas. The Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to affected localities within the area. Properties in lower-lying zones and near waterways should be assessed for historical flood behaviour and future inundation risk under relevant Victorian planning standards.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements for floor levels and building design in affected areas
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for new development or substantial renovation
- •Consideration of Barwon River and tributary flood behaviour in planning and building decisions
- •Mandatory notification of flood risk in property sales and council planning permits
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Clifton Springs is a coastal residential suburb in the City of Greater Geelong with moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to vegetation corridors and elevated terrain in surrounding areas. The property is likely subject to Victoria's Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) mapping and may fall within the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). Standard bushfire-resistant construction practices consistent with BAL-12.5 are typically recommended for this locality.
Crime & Safety
Clifton Springs is a coastal suburb in Victoria with crime rates generally below state averages, reflecting its established residential character. Property crimes such as theft and malicious damage are the most frequently reported incidents, while violent crimes remain relatively low. The suburb maintains stable crime patterns consistent with similar regional Victorian communities.
Total Incidents
1,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Clifton Springs is experiencing moderate but steady residential growth as a family-oriented outer suburb on the Bellarine Peninsula. Development activity centres on suburban residential subdivisions and incremental infill, with supporting infrastructure and town centre revitalisation initiatives by the City of Greater Geelong to accommodate population growth and improved accessibility to Geelong CBD.
Clifton Springs Town Centre Mixed-Use Development
0.5 kmMaster-planned town centre upgrade incorporating retail, residential apartments, and community facilities around the existing shopping precinct.
Determination: 2026
Bellarine Highway Corridor Infrastructure Upgrade
1.2 kmRoad and intersection improvements along the Bellarine Highway to support growing residential demand and improve traffic flow to Geelong.
Determination: 2024
Clifton Springs East Residential Subdivision
2.1 km130-lot residential estate on the eastern fringe with townhouses and single-dwelling blocks targeting first-home buyers.
Determination: 2025
Recent Multi-lot Residential DA Approvals
1.5 kmMultiple smaller residential DAs (20-50 lots each) approved across the locality reflecting steady infill and fringe expansion.
Local Community Facilities Upgrade
0.8 kmPlanned expansion of Clifton Springs Primary School and construction of new multipurpose community centre.
Heritage & Conservation
Clifton Springs is a coastal township on the Bellarine Peninsula with late 19th and early 20th century heritage elements typical of Victorian seaside settlements. The suburb contains scattered local heritage items including the railway station and community buildings, but does not have a gazetted heritage conservation area or heritage overlay. Most residential properties are not subject to heritage restrictions, though individual items of local significance may warrant respectful treatment.
Nearby Heritage Items