Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
26 Catamaran Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Wyndham Planning Scheme
Height Limit
9 metres (typically 2–3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
300–400 m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Werribee South has a solid public school catchment anchored by Werribee South Primary and Werribee Secondary College. Catholic options including St Brendan's and MacKillop provide alternative pathways, while Emmanuel College offers independent education. The area has good school coverage within 5 km.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Werribee South are likely zoned for Werribee South Primary School (primary) and Werribee Secondary College or Werribee Park Secondary College (secondary); verification with VIC education department is essential.
Nearby schools
Werribee South Primary School
In catchmentWerribee Secondary College
In catchmentSt Brendan's Primary School
St Anne's Primary School
MacKillop Catholic Regional College
Werribee Park Secondary College
Emmanuel College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
26 Catamaran Drive, Werribee South is located in a developing residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while maintaining reasonable local traffic flow.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact on local streets. Some congestion may occur on Princes Highway during morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) commute periods, but this is at least 2km away and does not significantly affect local residential traffic.
Public Transport
Approximately 1.5-2km to nearest bus services on Werribee South Road. V/Line rail access available at Werribee Station approximately 8-10km away, requiring vehicle transport or alternative transit.
Public Transport
2 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Quay Boulevard/Duncans Road (0.2km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Quay Boulevard/Duncans Road
bus
O'Connors Road/Beach Road
bus
Flood Risk
Werribee South is located within the Werribee River catchment and adjacent low-lying areas subject to inundation during major flood events. The suburb has LSIO mapping in place due to proximity to the Werribee River and historical flooding risk. Development is permitted with appropriate mitigation measures, but floor levels and building design must comply with relevant flood planning requirements.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements; floor levels and building design must account for designated flood levels
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for development in mapped flood areas
- •Restrictions on certain land uses (e.g. vulnerable facilities) in high-hazard zones
- •Stormwater management and detention basin compliance under Victorian Waterway Management strategy
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Werribee South is located in an outer metropolitan area with relatively low bushfire risk. The suburb is characterized by cleared land, scattered vegetation, and distance from major bushland interfaces, placing it outside high-risk BMO/BPA zones. Standard construction requirements apply; no elevated BAL rating typical for this location.
Crime & Safety
Werribee South is a developing outer suburb of Melbourne with crime rates generally below Victorian averages, though theft-related offences remain the most prevalent category. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns typical of growth areas in the western metropolitan region. Property-based offences represent the majority of incidents, with violent crime rates lower than state averages.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Werribee South remains a developing outer-suburban area with moderate residential infill responding to Wyndham's growth boundary expansion and population demand. Key activity centers on incremental subdivision of remaining developable land, open space/trail infrastructure along the Werribee River, and small-scale community facilities. Nearby precincts like Wyndham Vale continue strong residential growth momentum, anchoring medium-term development outlook for the broader locality.
Werribee South residential infill
0 kmScattered residential infill development across Werribee South responding to urban growth boundary expansion and demand from outer-west Melbourne.
Werribee River precinct trail and open space
1.5 kmRegional open space and pedestrian/cycling connectivity improvements along Werribee River corridor.
Werribee South local retail and community facilities
0.5 kmSmall-scale neighborhood shopping and community hub proposals to service growing residential catchment in outer Werribee South.
Wyndham Vale precinct expansion
4 kmLarge-scale residential estate development in adjacent growth corridor with significant DA pipeline activity.
Werribee employment corridor activation
3 kmIndustrial and logistics precinct intensification targeting freight and distribution near major arterial access.
Heritage & Conservation
Werribee South is a relatively modern outer-suburban area with limited individual heritage listings. The suburb is primarily residential and agricultural, with the notable exception of nearby Werribee Park, a significant state heritage landscape. Individual properties in Werribee South are generally not subject to heritage overlays or conservation area restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items