Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
4 Hillston Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Glen Eira Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Moorabbin is a well-serviced suburban area with strong public primary and secondary options, complemented by established Catholic and independent schools nearby. Bentleigh Secondary College and Moorabbin Primary serve as the main public catchment schools. Parents should verify current catchment zones with the VIC Department of Education, as boundaries can change.
Likely public catchment
Moorabbin is likely zoned for Moorabbin Primary School and Bentleigh Secondary College as the primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Moorabbin Primary School
In catchmentBentleigh Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Louis Primary School
St. Leonard's College
Brighton Secondary College
McKinnon Primary School
Mentone Girls' Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
4 Hillston Road, Moorabbin is located in a residential area with generally moderate traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while being situated on a relatively quiet residential street.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am and 4-6pm) may see increased traffic on nearby Warrigal Road and Poath Road as commuters travel to/from Melbourne CBD and surrounding business districts. Hillston Road itself remains relatively unaffected as a local residential street.
Public Transport
Moorabbin Railway Station is approximately 1.2km away, providing access to the Sandringham Line. Multiple bus routes operate along nearby Warrigal Road and Moorabbin Road within 0.5-1.2km.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Moorabbin is a low-risk flood suburb in Melbourne's bayside area with partial LSIO coverage affecting properties near drainage lines and former wetlands. Most residential areas are elevated relative to historical flood extents, though localised stormwater inundation is possible in very low-lying pockets. Standard Victorian flood planning controls apply where overlays are present.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to low-lying areas near Heatherton Creek and wetland complexes
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for development in LSIO areas
- •Building design requirements including finished floor levels above predicted flood levels
- •Stormwater management and drainage compliance under Melbourne Water and local council standards
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Moorabbin is a densely developed inner-suburban area of Melbourne (Bayside Council) with minimal bushfire risk. The suburb is predominantly residential and commercial with scattered trees and parks, but lacks the dense native vegetation, hills, or bushland interfaces that characterise high-risk areas. Properties are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or require Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) provisions.
Crime & Safety
Moorabbin is a residential suburb in Melbourne's south-east with crime rates below the Victorian state average. The area experiences typical property crime patterns including theft and break-and-enter, with relatively lower rates of violent crime. Overall safety conditions are consistent with established suburban areas in the region.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Moorabbin is experiencing steady medium-density infill development and commercial corridor intensification, driven by its proximity to the Frankston train line and established retail precincts. Key activity focuses on apartment buildings and mixed-use developments along Highett Road and station-adjacent sites, with scattered infill subdivisions across residential areas. The suburb is positioned as part of the broader outer-southeast Melbourne growth area with incremental rather than large-scale renewal projects.
Moorabbin Primary School Redevelopment
0.2 kmSchool site potential for mixed-use development with education facilities and residential apartments as part of long-term precinct renewal.
Determination: 2026-2028
Highett Road Corridor Intensification
0.8 kmMultiple medium-density apartment developments along the Highett Road commercial corridor capitalising on improved accessibility.
Determination: 2024-2025
Moorabbin Train Station Precinct Enhancement
0.3 kmStation-adjacent mixed-use development including residential, retail and transport-oriented accommodation near the Frankston line.
Determination: 2025-2026
Recent Residential Infill DAs (scattered)
1.5 kmOngoing infill of vacant and underutilised lots with dual occupancy and small-scale townhouse developments across residential precincts.
Determination: 2024-2025
Cheltenham Road Precinct Rezoning
1.2 kmStrategic planning for mixed-use and medium-density residential development along key commercial corridors.
Determination: 2026-2027
Heritage & Conservation
Moorabbin is a middle-ring Melbourne suburb with limited state heritage listings. The area developed primarily in the early-to-mid 20th century around the railway station, with modest residential character rather than extensive heritage conservation overlays. Individual properties of local significance may be protected via Heritage Overlay provisions in the Kingston Planning Scheme.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Local heritage overlay may apply to individual properties of significance
- •Council planning scheme controls for significant trees
- •Possible Design and Development Overlay in commercial precincts
Nearby Heritage Items