Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
317 Central Boulevard
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Barwon Downs Planning Scheme (Surf Coast Shire)
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres (3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Armstrong Creek is a newer growth suburb in the Geelong region with a new public primary school. Secondary students typically attend Bellerine Secondary College. The area has access to nearby Catholic (Sacred Heart, Assumption College) and independent options (Geelong Grammar), making it well-served across sectors. Families should confirm current catchment status with official VIC schools resources.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Armstrong Creek are likely zoned for Armstrong Creek Primary School (primary) and Bellerine Secondary College (secondary); however, catchment boundaries in this growth area are subject to change and should be verified with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or the Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Armstrong Creek Primary School
In catchmentFyans Creek Primary School
Bellerine Secondary College
In catchmentSacred Heart Primary School, Highton
Assumption College
Geelong Grammar School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Armstrong Creek is a developing suburb with relatively light traffic conditions. The area benefits from new road infrastructure including the Armstrong Creek Road and connections to the wider regional network. Traffic is generally manageable outside of peak periods.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours may see increased traffic on Armstrong Creek Road and connections toward the Princes Freeway, but congestion remains minimal compared to established suburbs. Growth in the area may increase traffic volumes over time.
Public Transport
Limited public transport currently available. Nearest services approximately 3-5km away with bus services being the primary option. The area is car-dependent.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Armstrong Creek is a greenfield growth area in south-west Victoria (Colac-Otway Shire) with generally low to moderate flood risk. While parts of the locality may fall within or near mapped LSIO areas due to proximity to minor waterways and seasonal drainage patterns, it is not within a major flood-risk catchment comparable to Brisbane River or Yarra River systems. Standard VIC planning overlays and stormwater management requirements apply.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC planning scheme flood provisions under Clause 44.04 (LSIO)
- •Finished floor levels and floor area restrictions in identified flood-prone areas
- •Requirement for flood-risk assessment and mitigation measures in development applications
- •Consideration of post-development stormwater management and permeable surfaces
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Armstrong Creek is a developing outer suburb in the City of Greater Geelong, VIC, situated in a fringe-rural area with moderate bushfire risk. The locality is likely to fall within or near the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) due to its proximity to vegetated corridors and remnant bushland to the south and west. Properties should be assessed for BAL rating and compliance with AS 3959 construction standards; vegetation management and defensible space are important risk-reduction measures.
Crime & Safety
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Future Development
Armstrong Creek is a major greenfield urban development precinct south-west of Geelong, with significant approved master planning for mixed-use development across 950+ hectares. The area is experiencing active construction of the first residential stages and associated infrastructure, with multiple DAs in the pipeline for residential, commercial and civic uses. Development activity is expected to accelerate over the next 5-7 years as stages progress and supporting infrastructure (roads, rail, services) is delivered.
Armstrong Creek Urban Precinct Master Plan
0 kmMajor greenfield development on Surf Coast Highway incorporating residential, commercial and civic uses across 950+ hectares.
Determination: 2030
Armstrong Creek Estate Stage 1
0.5 kmFirst release of residential allotments with capacity for approximately 500-800 dwellings across multiple stages.
Determination: 2025
Colac-Ballarat Railway Corridor Upgrade
3 kmRegional rail infrastructure project to support population growth and connectivity across the broader Geelong region.
Determination: 2027
Armstrong Creek Town Centre DA
1.5 kmRetail, office and community facilities planned as the civic heart of the new precinct.
Determination: 2026
Regional Road Connections Project
2 kmUpgrade to local road network and intersection improvements to support increased traffic from greenfield development.
Heritage & Conservation
Armstrong Creek is a new outer-suburban growth area in Victoria's south-west, developed primarily from the 2010s onwards. As a contemporary greenfield estate with minimal pre-existing built heritage, individual properties are extremely unlikely to hold heritage listings or be subject to heritage overlays. The area has no established conservation areas or character precincts typical of older urban settlements.