Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
5 Fielders Walk
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Moreland Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Westmeadows is a northern suburban area served by solid public primary and secondary schools, with Westmeadows Primary and Meadowvale Secondary as the main catchment options. Several Catholic primary schools and secondary colleges operate nearby, alongside some independent alternatives within a 5 km radius. Residents should verify catchment boundaries directly with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Government education portal.
Likely public catchment
Westmeadows is zoned for Westmeadows Primary School and Meadowvale Secondary College as primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Westmeadows Primary School
In catchmentMeadowvale Secondary College
In catchmentSt Dominic's Primary School
Coburg High School
Our Lady of Mercy College
Glenbarry Primary School
Mount Alexander College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
5 Fielders Walk, Westmeadows is located in a suburban area with moderate traffic exposure. The property has reasonable access to major arterial routes, with relatively balanced traffic flow outside peak periods.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) experience moderate congestion on Mickleham Road and Pascoe Vale Road, with increased traffic heading toward the CBD and outer suburbs. Weekend traffic is typically lighter.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000 metres to nearest bus routes (routes servicing Westmeadows). Train stations at Coburg (3km) and Pascoe Vale (2.5km) provide railway access to Melbourne's metro network.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Westmeadows is located in the Moonee Ponds Creek catchment in Melbourne's northern suburbs and is subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) under the Hume City Council planning scheme. The suburb has experienced flooding during significant rainfall events, particularly from Moonee Ponds Creek and local drainage systems. Development in the area is subject to standard VIC flood planning controls requiring consideration of flood risk in building design and floor level placement.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with LSIO requirements for habitable floor levels and building design
- •Flood risk assessment and management plan may be required for new development
- •Restrictions on certain land uses in designated flood-prone areas
- •Elevation of critical utilities and services above the probable maximum flood level
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Westmeadows is a relatively low-lying suburban area in northern Melbourne with predominantly urban and residential development, limited dense native vegetation, and minimal bushland interface. The suburb is unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or require BMO provisions. Standard building practices typically apply; however, property-specific assessment via the Victorian Bushfire Mapping tool is recommended for confirmation.
Crime & Safety
Westmeadows, a northern Melbourne suburb, experiences crime rates broadly consistent with Victorian state averages. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter represent the largest categories, while assault incidents comprise a significant secondary concern. Overall crime conditions have remained relatively stable with standard community safety measures recommended.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Westmeadows is experiencing moderate residential intensification as part of Melbourne's middle-ring growth strategy, with focus on Pascoe Vale Road corridor redevelopment and infill townhouse subdivisions. Development activity centres on mixed-use urban renewal, supporting infrastructure, and medium-density residential projects responding to population growth in the northern suburbs.
Westmeadows Town Centre Mixed-Use Precinct
0.5 kmUrban renewal precinct centred on Pascoe Vale Road with residential apartments, retail and community facilities.
Residential Subdivision - Pascoe Vale South
1.2 kmMulti-stage residential subdivision delivering townhouses and dual occupancy lots in adjacent precinct.
Westmeadows Primary School Expansion
0.8 kmEducational facility upgrade and expansion to support growing residential population.
Local Shopping Centre Redevelopment
0.3 kmStreetscape and retail upgrade with residential above-shop development on Pascoe Vale Road.
Apartment Building - High-Density Residential
1.5 km4–6 storey residential apartment complex targeting middle-ring Melbourne growth corridor.
Heritage & Conservation
Westmeadows is a post-war outer suburban development in Melbourne's north-west with minimal heritage listing. The suburb comprises largely residential housing from the 1950s-1970s with scattered early institutional buildings of local interest. No formal heritage conservation area or overlay currently applies to the broader suburb.
Nearby Heritage Items