Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
6 Wavenhoe Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone – Schedule 1
LEP: Port Phillip Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres (or 3 storeys in most GRZ1 areas)
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
St Kilda East offers access to established public schools (St Kilda Primary and Brighton Secondary College) as catchment options, with several Catholic and independent alternatives within close proximity. The area has a strong mix of local and nearby independent schools, reflecting the diverse schooling preferences of the inner-southern suburbs.
Likely public catchment
St Kilda East is typically zoned for St Kilda Primary School (primary) and Brighton Secondary College (secondary); always verify with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or VIC Find My School tool.
Nearby schools
St Kilda Primary School
In catchmentElsternwick Primary School
Brighton Secondary College
In catchmentSt Leonard's Catholic Primary School
Assumption Primary School
Mercy College
Yeshiva College
Ranelagh School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
6 Wavenhoe Avenue, St Kilda East is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow, primarily influenced by nearby arterial roads. The property experiences manageable congestion levels during off-peak hours with increased traffic during morning and evening peak periods.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour traffic (7-9am and 4-6pm) sees increased congestion on Chapel Street and surrounding arterials. Chapel Street experiences notable bottlenecks during these periods due to retail and entertainment venues. Local streets generally experience manageable flow outside peak periods.
Public Transport
Excellent public transport access with St Kilda Road tram lines (1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16) approximately 400-600 meters away. Balaclava Station (Sandringham Line) is approximately 1.2km away providing regular train services to Melbourne CBD.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Dandenong Road (0.4km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Dandenong Road
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Dandenong Road
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Balaclava Road
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Dandenong Road
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Carlisle Street
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Dandenong Road
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Balaclava Road
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Balaclava Road
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Dickens Street
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Blessington Way
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Flood Risk
St Kilda East is located near the Yarra River estuary and Port Phillip Bay, placing it in a flood-prone catchment subject to VIC's Land Subject to Inundation Overlay. Historical flooding and storm surge/tidal backwater risk from the Yarra River and bay mean medium flood risk applies to lower-elevation properties. Planning approval requires careful assessment of floor levels and flood mitigation measures.
Planning Controls
- •LSIO applies to low-lying areas; development requires flood risk assessment and mitigation
- •Building design standards for flood-prone land (floor levels, wet/dry proofing)
- •Referral to Melbourne Water for works affecting waterways or drainage
- •Stormwater management and detention requirements in planning permits
Bushfire Risk
St Kilda East is a densely urbanised inner-city suburb of Melbourne with minimal bushfire risk. The area is predominantly residential with established gardens, parks, and streetscapes rather than native bushland or significant vegetation. Properties in this locality are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) or Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) mapping.
Crime & Safety
St Kilda East experiences crime rates above Victorian averages, primarily driven by theft and assault incidents common to inner-suburban areas. The suburb's proximity to St Kilda's entertainment precinct and higher population density contribute to elevated crime statistics. Crime trends remain relatively stable with no significant recent escalation or improvement.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
St Kilda East is experiencing moderate development pressure focused on residential intensification along activity corridors (particularly Fitzroy and Barkly Streets) and adaptive reuse of heritage properties. Development is constrained by significant heritage overlay and residential character protections, resulting in primarily mid-rise apartment buildings, townhouse infill, and mixed-use projects rather than major strategic renewal. Local council DA pipeline reflects incremental densification supporting the Port Phillip municipality's urban renewal objectives while maintaining neighbourhood character.
St Kilda East Mixed-Use Precinct - Fitzroy Street
0.3 kmAdaptive reuse and infill development along Fitzroy Street combining retail, hospitality and residential apartments.
Determination: 2025
Residential Intensification - Barkly Street Corridor
0.5 kmMid-rise apartment building (5-7 storeys) targeting density uplift along the activity corridor.
Determination: 2024-2025
Local Character Heritage Retention Project
0.4 kmMultiple heritage dwelling renovations and extensions maintaining Victorian character while improving liveability.
St Kilda East Active Transport Infrastructure
0.6 kmPedestrian and cycling network improvements linking to Dandenong Road activity centre and wider municipality connections.
Boutique Residential Infill - Side Street Developments
0.7 kmSmall-scale townhouse and unit infill on underutilised residential land maintaining neighbourhood scale.
Local Commercial and Community Facility Renewal
0.8 kmConvenience retail and community space activation in neighbourhood service centres.
Heritage & Conservation
St Kilda East is an established inner suburb with significant local heritage character, featuring substantial Victorian and Edwardian residential properties within a Character Residential overlay. Many properties are subject to Heritage Overlay controls managed by Stonnington Council, reflecting the suburb's late 19th and early 20th-century development. Development is restricted to maintain the precinct's historic streetscapes and architectural integrity.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage Overlay requiring council permit for external alterations and demolition
- •Height limits and setback requirements in Character Residential areas
- •Requirement to retain original architectural features and materials where practical
- •Permit needed for tree removal in some heritage zones
Nearby Heritage Items