Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
46119 Formation Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Hume Planning Scheme
Height Limit
9 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Craigieburn is a growth suburb in Melbourne's north with modern public schooling infrastructure, including Craigieburn Primary and Secondary College as the main catchment schools. Catholic and independent options are available nearby, including St Katharine Primary and MacKillop Catholic Regional College. Families should verify exact catchment zoning with the VIC education department, as boundaries can change in rapidly developing areas.
Likely public catchment
Craigieburn properties are typically zoned for Craigieburn Primary School and Craigieburn Secondary College as the primary public catchment schools; however, catchment boundaries can shift—verify with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) School Catchment Maps.
Nearby schools
Craigieburn Primary School
In catchmentCraigieburn Secondary College
In catchmentSt Katharine Primary School
Gladstone Park Secondary College
MacKillop Catholic Regional College
Broadmeadows Primary School
Coburg North Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
46119 Formation Street in Craigieburn is located in a developing residential area with moderate traffic exposure. The property is positioned near major arterial routes that experience peak-hour congestion during morning and evening commute times.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour impact is significant during 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM as commuters travel to/from Melbourne CBD via the Hume Freeway. Formation Street itself experiences moderate local traffic from residential movements, with flow-on effects from nearby arterial routes during peak periods.
Public Transport
Craigieburn Train Station is approximately 1.2-1.5km away, providing regular train services on the Craigieburn Line. Local bus services operate within the area with stops within 400-600m of the property.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Craigieburn is a growth corridor suburb in Melbourne's outer north with predominantly elevated terrain. While some localised low-lying areas adjacent to creek systems (notably the Merri Creek catchment) may attract LSIO mapping, the majority of the suburb presents low flood risk. Historical flood events in the region have been minor; the area is not aligned with major river systems like the Yarra or Darebin Creek that affect inner-metropolitan areas.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC Planning Scheme Clause 44.04 (Land Subject to Inundation Overlay) where applicable
- •Elevation and fill requirements for habitable buildings in identified flood-prone areas
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements under local planning scheme
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Craigieburn is a growth-corridor suburb in Melbourne's northwest, characterised by urban development and modified landscape rather than dense native vegetation. While located in Victoria's bushfire-prone state, the suburb itself sits outside the primary Bushfire Management Overlay zones and does not typically exhibit the elevated topography or continuous fuel loads of higher-risk areas. Properties here generally attract low bushfire risk ratings, though individual site assessments should be conducted for specific parcels, particularly those with remnant vegetation or proximity to bushland interfaces.
Crime & Safety
Craigieburn experiences crime rates moderately above the Victorian average, with theft and assault being the most prevalent offences. The suburb shows a stable crime trend with consistent incident levels year-on-year. Law enforcement presence and community safety initiatives continue to address property and personal safety concerns.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Craigieburn is experiencing significant development activity as a key node in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, with substantial infill and renewal occurring around the train station precinct. Major residential subdivision continues in adjacent areas like Merrifield, supported by infrastructure upgrades and medium-density apartment approvals. Development pressure remains elevated through the mid-2020s as the suburb consolidates its role in metropolitan expansion.
Craigieburn Central Mixed-use Development
0.5 kmMajor town centre renewal with retail, residential apartments and community facilities around the Craigieburn train station precinct.
Determination: 2025
Merrifield Estate Stage 2 Residential
2 kmMulti-stage greenfield residential subdivision delivering 300+ dwelling lots across Merrifield adjacent to Craigieburn.
Determination: 2026
Craigieburn-Sunbury Precinct Apartments
1.2 kmMedium-density residential tower approved near transport corridor with 150+ apartments targeting infill development.
Northern Growth Corridor Infrastructure
3 kmState-level road and drainage upgrades supporting the broader northern growth corridor expansion in the Hume region.
Recent Residential DA - Local Estate
1.5 kmSmaller-scale local residential subdivision delivering 50-80 lots in established fringe areas.
Heritage & Conservation
Craigieburn is a post-1970s outer suburban growth area in Melbourne's north with limited heritage significance. The suburb contains minimal heritage-listed properties or conservation overlays, as it developed primarily after the main period of historical settlement and industrial development in Victoria.
Nearby Heritage Items