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46A Lahona Avenue

Bentleigh East, VIC 3165
4 bed 0 bath 2 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20269/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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GRZ1

General Residential Zone

LEP: Glen Eira Planning Scheme

Height Limit

11 metres or 3 storeys

Min Lot Size

300m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Single dwellingTwo dwellingsMulti-dwelling residentialSupported residential accommodationChild care centreNeighbourhood house

❌ Prohibited Uses

Hazardous industrial useHeavy industrial useHigh impact useMotor racing trackNightclubWholesale nursery
Source: StMate AI — VIC planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Bentleigh East is well-serviced by public schools, with Bentleigh Primary and Secondary College as the main catchment options. The area also has access to several well-regarded neighbouring public schools (McKinnon, Mentone Girls) and Catholic alternatives within a short distance, providing families with diverse schooling choices across primary and secondary levels.

Likely public catchment

Bentleigh East is likely zoned for Bentleigh Primary School and Bentleigh Secondary College. Verify catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Find My School.

Nearby schools

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Bentleigh Primary School

In catchment
primary · publicStrong public primary
0.5 km
🎓

Bentleigh Secondary College

In catchment
secondary · publicWell-regarded public secondary
1.2 km
🎓

McKinnon Secondary College

secondary · publicHigh-performing public secondary
2.1 km
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St. Denys Primary School

primary · catholicCatholic primary option
1.8 km
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Monash Catholic College

secondary · catholicCatholic secondary, strong reputation
3.5 km
🎓

Mentone Girls Secondary College

secondary · publicSelective girls secondary
2.8 km
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Beaconhills College (Berwick Campus)

combined · independentIndependent alternative
4.2 km

Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.

Source: StMate AI — VIC schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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46A Lahona Avenue, Bentleigh East is situated in a residential area with moderate traffic flows. The location benefits from proximity to major arterial roads but experiences typical peak-hour congestion associated with suburban Melbourne commuter routes.

Congestion Level:moderate

Nearby Major Roads

Warrigal RoadClayton RoadCentre RoadJasper RoadKangan Drive

Peak Hour Impact

Morning peak (7-9am) and evening peak (5-7pm) see increased traffic on surrounding arterials, particularly Warrigal Road and Centre Road. Local streets experience typical residential commuter patterns with moderate delays during these periods.

Public Transport

Bentleigh Station (approximately 1.2km) provides access to Sandringham Line train services. Multiple bus routes service the area with stops within 300-500m, including routes along Warrigal Road and Clayton Road.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Francesco Street/Centre Road (0.8km).

Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)

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Francesco Street/Centre Road

bus

0.8 km
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Unnamed stop

bus

0.8 km
🚌

East Boundary Road/Centre Road

bus

0.8 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

0.9 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

1.1 km
🚌

Greek Orthodox Church

bus

1.2 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

1.2 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

1.2 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

1.5 km
🚌

Unnamed stop

bus

1.5 km
Source: OpenStreetMap (fallback)06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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low RiskZone: Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) – Gardiners Creek catchment (localised areas only)

Bentleigh East is situated in an elevated inland area of metropolitan Melbourne with low overall flood risk. Gardiners Creek, a minor waterway, affects only small pockets of the suburb, typically triggering Land Subject to Inundation Overlay on scattered properties rather than widespread coverage. Most properties face negligible flood exposure and are unlikely to be affected by major regional flood events.

Planning Controls

  • Mandatory planning permit for development in LSIO areas under VIC Planning Scheme
  • Consideration of finished floor levels and basement provisions in flood-prone locations
  • Stormwater management and detention requirements for new subdivision/development
  • Referral to Melbourne Water for developments affecting drainage lines or floodplain areas
Source: StMate AI — VIC flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Urban area with scattered trees; limited native vegetation

Bentleigh East is a well-established suburban area in Melbourne's southeast with predominantly urban development, low vegetation density, and no significant bushland interface. The suburb falls outside designated Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) and Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zones, carrying minimal bushfire risk. Standard building construction requirements apply; BAL-LOW rating indicates low ember and radiant heat exposure.

Source: StMate AI — VIC bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Bentleigh East is a residential suburb in Melbourne's south-east with crime rates generally below the Victorian average. Property-related offences such as theft and malicious damage are the most frequently reported incidents, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains a stable crime profile typical of established middle-class residential areas in Greater Melbourne.

Total Incidents

3,200

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Below Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
890
Assault
420
Break and enter
310
Motor vehicle theft
180
Malicious damage
400
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Bentleigh East sits within Glen Eira council and displays moderate infill residential development activity typical of inner-east Melbourne suburbs, with small-scale subdivision and medium-density apartment projects. Activity is focused on incremental intensification along transport corridors (McKinnon Road) and within the walkable locality rather than major precinct-scale renewal. Infrastructure investment supports active transport and local amenity, reflecting the area's established residential character.

Bentleigh East residential infill

0.2 km
Residential subdivisionOngoing

Multiple small-scale residential infill projects on larger suburban lots, typical of Glen Eira council activity in the area.

Determination: 2024-2025

McKinnon Road activity centre improvements

0.8 km
Mixed-useProposed

Local activity centre with mixed residential and commercial development potential along a major thoroughfare.

Determination: 2025-2026

Glen Eira College precinct redevelopment

1.2 km
Mixed-useProposed

Educational institution with potential for mixed-use intensification including residential components on surplus land.

Determination: 2026-2027

Bentleigh East apartment building

0.5 km
Apartment buildingApproved

Medium-density residential apartment project reflecting infill intensification near major retail/transport corridors.

Determination: 2025

Suburban streetscape and active transport improvements

0.3 km
InfrastructureUnder construction

Council-led upgrades to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure supporting local connectivity and walkability.

Determination: 2024

Source: StMate AI — VIC development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage ListedConservation Area

Bentleigh East is a suburban area in the City of Glen Eira with modest heritage character, primarily comprising early-to-mid 20th century residential estates and local neighbourhood facilities. While individual properties are rarely state-listed, the suburb may contain local heritage overlays protecting characteristic period housing stock and community infrastructure. Development pressures in this established outer suburb mean heritage protections focus on maintaining neighbourhood character rather than major sites.

⚠️ Restrictions

  • Heritage Overlay assessment may apply to pre-1940 dwellings in designated precinct
  • Restrictions on external alterations and extensions to period properties
  • Tree preservation requirements in conservation areas
  • Possible permit requirements for demolition or major works

Nearby Heritage Items

Bentleigh Estate (Residential Precinct)local
0 km
McKinnon Railway Station and environslocal
1.2 km
Dendy Park and Pavilion structureslocal
0.8 km
Source: StMate AI — VIC heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.

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