Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
46A Lahona Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Glen Eira Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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
Bentleigh Primary School
In catchmentBentleigh Secondary College
In catchmentMcKinnon Secondary College
St. Denys Primary School
Monash Catholic College
Mentone Girls Secondary College
Beaconhills College (Berwick Campus)
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
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.
Nearby Major Roads
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.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Francesco Street/Centre Road (0.8km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Francesco Street/Centre Road
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Unnamed stop
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East Boundary Road/Centre Road
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Unnamed stop
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Greek Orthodox Church
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Unnamed stop
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Flood Risk
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
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
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.
Crime & Safety
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
Future Development
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 kmMultiple 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 kmLocal activity centre with mixed residential and commercial development potential along a major thoroughfare.
Determination: 2025-2026
Glen Eira College precinct redevelopment
1.2 kmEducational institution with potential for mixed-use intensification including residential components on surplus land.
Determination: 2026-2027
Bentleigh East apartment building
0.5 kmMedium-density residential apartment project reflecting infill intensification near major retail/transport corridors.
Determination: 2025
Suburban streetscape and active transport improvements
0.3 kmCouncil-led upgrades to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure supporting local connectivity and walkability.
Determination: 2024
Heritage & Conservation
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