Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
226/1 Ascot Vale Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Melbourne Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Flemington is a diverse inner-west suburb with strong access to public and Catholic schooling options. The primary and secondary public schools serve the immediate area, while nearby Catholic schools and McKinnon's selective-entry secondary program offer alternatives. Property values and school preferences in this corridor are competitive.
Likely public catchment
Flemington is likely zoned for Flemington Primary School and Footscray Secondary College; however, families should verify boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or local education department.
Nearby schools
Flemington Primary School
In catchmentFootscray Secondary College
In catchmentDebney Park Primary School
St Raphael's Primary School
Mercy College Footscray
McKinnon Secondary College
St Augustine's Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 226/1 Ascot Vale Road is located in a moderately busy urban area with consistent traffic flow on the main arterial road. Peak hour congestion is typical for the Flemington precinct, particularly during morning and evening commute times.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning peak (7-9am) and evening peak (5-7pm) experience moderate to heavy congestion on Ascot Vale Road and intersecting routes. Racecourse Road experiences elevated traffic during racing events at Flemington Racecourse. Weekend traffic generally lighter except during racing days.
Public Transport
Excellent proximity to public transport: Flemington Racecourse train station approximately 600m away (8-minute walk), multiple tram lines on nearby streets including Route 57 on Ascot Vale Road, and bus services available within 200-400m radius providing multiple commute options.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Flemington is located adjacent to the Yarra River floodplain and has experienced significant historical inundation (notably 1891 and 1972). Properties within the LSIO are subject to VicPlan overlay controls that mandate elevated floor levels and flood risk assessment. Medium flood risk reflects the proximity to the Yarra River, active flood study coverage, and documented flood history in this inner-Melbourne locality.
Planning Controls
- •Development must satisfy the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) requirements under VicPlan
- •Finished floor levels typically required to exceed the 1% Annual Exceedance Probability (1% AEP) flood level plus freeboard
- •Flood impact assessment and hydraulic modelling may be required for vulnerable uses or substantial development
- •Compliance with Melbourne Planning Scheme Clause 44.04 (LSIO) mandatory for affected properties
Bushfire Risk
Flemington is a densely developed inner-suburban area of Melbourne with minimal bushfire risk due to urban character, limited vegetation, and distance from bushland interfaces. Properties in Flemington are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and do not typically require BAL assessments. Standard building codes apply.
Crime & Safety
Flemington experiences above-average crime rates for Victoria, primarily driven by theft and assault incidents. The suburb shows relatively stable crime trends with modest fluctuations year-on-year. Community policing and local intervention programs continue to address persistent property and personal safety concerns.
Total Incidents
8,500
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Flemington is experiencing moderate infill development pressure driven by proximity to Docklands, the inner-west growth corridor, and the Racecourse Road precinct. Activity focuses on residential intensification along major roads (Mount Alexander, Footscray Road) and mixed-use renewal near the racecourse. Infrastructure improvements and streetscape upgrades support gradual urban renewal rather than large-scale transformation.
Racecourse Road Mixed-Use Precinct
0.5 kmMedium-density residential and retail development targeting underutilised land near Flemington Racecourse with improved pedestrian connectivity.
Mount Alexander Road Residential Intensification
1.2 km4-6 storey apartment development on Mount Alexander Road corridor responding to local housing demand and proximity to transport.
Footscray Road Streetscape Upgrade
0.8 kmCouncil-led footpath, drainage and public realm improvement along key commercial corridor.
Residential Infill - Flemington Avenue Precinct
0.4 kmSmall-scale residential subdivision and townhouse development on older residential land parcels.
Local Centre Activation Project
1 kmDocklands-adjacent retail, café and community space development to activate underperforming commercial frontages.
Heritage & Conservation
Flemington is an inner-west Melbourne suburb with strong heritage character, notably dominated by the iconic Flemington Racecourse (established 1840s). The wider locality contains Victorian and Edwardian residential areas with heritage overlays and conservation area protections typical of inner Melbourne suburbs. Properties within designated overlays face moderate development restrictions focused on streetscape and architectural heritage preservation.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Building height and setback controls to preserve streetscape character
- •Requirement for heritage impact assessment on significant alterations
- •Preference for retention of original Victorian/Edwardian facades and materials
- •Restrictions on demolition of buildings within overlay areas
Nearby Heritage Items