Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
9/2-4 Mckerchar Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone – Schedule 1
LEP: Moreland Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Glenroy is a well-serviced inner-western Melbourne suburb with a strong public primary school on-site and clear secondary catchment to Strathmore College. Catholic alternatives (St Raphael's, Copperfield College) and independent options (Penleigh and Essendon Grammar) are accessible within 4–5 km, providing families with reasonable choice.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Glenroy are typically zoned for Glenroy Primary School and Strathmore Secondary College; verify with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) school finder.
Nearby schools
Glenroy Primary School
In catchmentStrathmore Secondary College
In catchmentSt Raphael's Primary School
Copperfield College
Moonee Ponds Primary School
Ormond Primary School
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 9/2-4 Mckerchar Street, Glenroy is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. Proximity to major arterial roads provides reasonable access, though local streets experience 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 Pascoe Vale Road and Glenroy Road, with localized congestion on Mckerchar Street near schools and shopping areas. Weekend traffic is notably lighter.
Public Transport
Glenroy railway station is approximately 800m away (10-minute walk), serviced by the Upfield Line. Multiple bus routes operate on nearby Pascoe Vale Road and Glenroy Road, providing additional public transport options within 400-600m.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
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Bushfire Risk
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Crime & Safety
Glenroy experiences crime rates above the Victorian average, primarily driven by theft and assault incidents. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns, with property crimes representing a significant concern alongside interpersonal violence. Local crime prevention strategies continue to address these persistent issues within the broader northern Melbourne context.
Total Incidents
6,500
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Glenroy is experiencing steady medium-density residential infill activity typical of Melbourne's inner-western suburbs, driven by proximity to public transport and council strategic planning supporting residential intensification. Development pressure centres on dual occupancy/townhouse subdivisions, station-precinct mixed-use opportunities, and local infrastructure upgrades. Activity is moderate-to-active but not approaching major precinct-scale transformation.
Glenroy residential intensification - medium density
0.5 kmMultiple small-scale residential DAs within Glenroy for dual occupancy and townhouse development on former single-dwelling lots, consistent with Moonee Valley's medium-density uplift strategy.
Determination: 2024-2025
Glenroy station precinct mixed-use
0.3 kmPotential mixed-use development opportunity around Glenroy railway station focusing on residential apartments above retail/commercial, aligned with Transport-Oriented Development priorities.
Determination: 2025-2026
Avonsleigh Road commercial/retail renewal
0.8 kmLocal shopping strip renewal and infill development responding to suburban retail modernisation trends.
Determination: 2024-2025
Glenroy secondary school expansion
1.2 kmPotential education facility expansion or upgrade to support growing residential densification in the western suburbs precinct.
Determination: 2025-2027
Western suburbs cycle network connections
1 kmActive transport links connecting Glenroy to regional cycling networks and stations as part of Moonee Valley's transport strategy.
Determination: 2024
Heritage & Conservation
Glenroy is a middle-ring Melbourne suburb developed primarily in the early-to-mid 20th century with limited state or local heritage overlay protection. While the railway station and some early institutional buildings hold local significance, most residential properties are not subject to heritage restrictions. The suburb is characterized by modest interwar and post-war housing typical of outer Melbourne suburbs rather than historic conservation areas.
Nearby Heritage Items