Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
6/28-30 Southernhay Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Darebin Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Reservoir is a northern suburbs locality with established public schools forming the primary catchment. Several Catholic and independent options are within 5 km, including schools in nearby Coburg and further afield. The area offers a mix of accessible public and alternative sector schooling.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Reservoir are likely zoned for Reservoir Primary School and Reservoir High School as the main public catchment schools. Verify current catchment boundaries with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Reservoir Primary School
In catchmentReservoir High School
In catchmentCoburg High School
St Monica's Primary School
MacKillop Catholic Regional College
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 6/28-30 Southernhay Street, Reservoir is located in a residential area with moderate traffic accessibility. The area benefits from proximity to major arterial roads but experiences typical suburban congestion during peak hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours see increased traffic on nearby arterial roads, particularly Grange Road and Mountain Highway. Local streets experience moderate congestion as residents commute to the CBD and surrounding business districts.
Public Transport
Approximately 400m to Reservoir railway station (Hurstbridge line), providing direct access to Melbourne CBD. Multiple bus routes operate along nearby Grange Road and Reservoir Road.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Reservoir is located in the Yarra River catchment in north-central Melbourne and has medium flood risk, particularly in lower-lying areas near the Merri Creek tributaries. The Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) covers portions of the suburb, reflecting historical flood vulnerability during major rainfall events. Development in identified flood-prone zones requires careful assessment and may necessitate flood-resistant design or elevated structures.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to flood-prone areas; development must consider flood risk
- •Compliance with VIC planning scheme flood-related requirements; may require flood impact assessment
- •Building design standards for floor levels and flood-resistant construction in affected areas
- •Stormwater management and overland flow path considerations for subdivision/development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Reservoir is an inner-northern suburb of Melbourne with predominantly urban and residential character. It is unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zone due to its suburban density and distance from major vegetated areas. Bushfire risk is considered low for this locality.
Crime & Safety
Reservoir experiences crime rates above Victoria's state average, with theft and assault being the most frequently reported incidents. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns with consistent intervention from local police services. Community safety initiatives and youth engagement programs continue to address underlying crime drivers in the area.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Reservoir is experiencing moderate urban renewal activity focused on its Activity Centre, train station precinct, and incremental residential infill along transport corridors. Development momentum reflects Melbourne's northern suburbs intensification strategy, with DAs concentrated on mixed-use precincts, medium-density residential projects, and public realm improvements linked to Merri Creek and local infrastructure. Council backing for activity centre renewal and station-oriented development is driving property interest in this historically working-class suburb.
Reservoir Activity Centre Mixed-Use Precinct
0.5 kmCouncil-led urban renewal focusing on Reservoir Activity Centre with mixed residential, retail and community facilities along the main commercial strip.
Determination: 2026-2028
Edgars Road Residential Development
1.2 kmMedium-density residential subdivision delivering townhouses and apartments on former industrial land near Edgars Road.
Reservoir Station Precinct Renewal
0.3 kmStation area upgrade with improved public realm, cycle facilities and residential intensification around Reservoir Train Station.
Broadway Multi-Storey Apartment Block
0.8 km4-6 storey apartment building near Broadway shopping precinct targeting young professionals and empty-nesters.
Merri Creek Trail and Linear Park Extension
1.5 kmDarebin Council project extending the Merri Creek trail with shared paths and parkland improvements supporting active transport and amenity.
Recent Residential DA - Spring Street Precinct
1.8 kmTownhouse and small apartment infill project on underutilized residential blocks in the northern precinct.
Heritage & Conservation
Reservoir is an outer northern suburb of Melbourne with modest heritage character, primarily concentrated around early 20th-century civic structures and late-Victorian residential pockets. Most properties are not subject to heritage controls, though isolated buildings of local significance (town hall, early stations) may carry overlay protections. The suburb lacks a formal conservation area designation typical of inner-city heritage zones.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Individual heritage overlays on isolated Victorian-era buildings
- •No blanket conservation area restrictions typical for outer suburbs
Nearby Heritage Items