Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
902 Dewy Way
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Cardinia Planning Scheme
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Officer is a growing outer suburban area in Melbourne's south-east with a developing public school infrastructure. The suburb is served primarily by Officer Primary and Lakeside Secondary, with Catholic and independent alternatives available within a few kilometres. Parents should verify exact catchment boundaries with the VIC Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Officer is likely zoned for Officer Primary School and Lakeside Secondary College; however, catchment boundaries do shift and neighbouring options exist.
Nearby schools
Officer Primary School
In catchmentLakeside Secondary College
In catchmentSt Paul's Primary School Officer
Beaconsfield Primary School
Berwick Secondary College
Woodleigh School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Officer is a developing suburb in Melbourne's growth corridor with relatively light traffic conditions. The area benefits from good access to major arterial roads connecting to Melbourne CBD and regional areas.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour impacts are minimal in Officer itself, though southbound Princes Freeway toward Geelong and northbound toward Melbourne can experience moderate congestion during morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak periods.
Public Transport
Limited public transport access. Nearest train station is Cranbourne Station approximately 8-10km away. Local bus services operate but with limited frequency. Private vehicle use is essential for most journeys.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Unnamed stop (0.1km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Unnamed stop
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Bayview Rd/Princes Hwy
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Unnamed stop
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Berwick Motor Body Repairs/Princes Hwy
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Unnamed stop
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Unnamed stop
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Campanella Ave/Rix Rd
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Unnamed stop
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Banyalla Dr/Rix Rd
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Banyalla Dr/Rix Rd
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Flood Risk
Officer is a developing growth area south-east of Melbourne with low to moderate flood risk. While the suburb is not within a major river floodplain, localised inundation overlays apply in parts of the catchment due to Cardinia Creek and tributary drainage. Most developed areas are on elevated terrain, though some low-lying properties may trigger planning controls under the LSIO.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Cardinia Creek catchment flood study outcomes where applicable
- •Floor level requirements for new buildings in LSIO-affected areas (typically finished floor level above 1% AEP flood level)
- •Stormwater management and detention basin design standards per Cardinia Shire planning scheme
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Officer is a developing outer suburban area in Melbourne's south-eastern fringe with moderate bushfire risk. The locality sits within or near the Bushfire Prone Area and is characterized by transitional land use—mix of residential development, grassland, and scattered eucalyptus woodland. Properties should comply with AS 3959 BAL-19 construction standards and implement appropriate vegetation management and defendable space.
Crime & Safety
Officer is a developing regional suburb in Victoria's Cardinia Shire with crime rates below the Victorian average, reflecting its relatively newer residential and semi-rural character. Property-related offences including theft and break-and-enter remain the most prevalent incident types. Crime trends in the area remain relatively stable with ongoing community policing presence from local Victoria Police.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Officer is experiencing significant residential growth as a designated activity centre within Cardinia Shire, with substantial subdivision activity feeding medium-density infill development. Major projects centre on town centre densification along Cardinia Road, supported by essential infrastructure upgrades and education facility expansion. The area remains a primary growth corridor for Melbourne's outer south-east, with continued residential and employment-led development anticipated.
Officer Town Centre Mixed-Use Development
0.5 kmCardinia Road precinct development including retail, residential apartments and civic spaces as part of Officer's designated activity centre.
Determination: 2025
Officer Residential Subdivision Stage 3
1.2 kmLarge-scale land release for residential lots within Officer's growth corridor, supporting medium-density housing development.
Cardinia Road Precinct Upgrade
0.8 kmRoad widening and intersection improvements to support increased traffic from residential and commercial growth in the Officer activity centre.
Officer Primary School Expansion
2.1 kmSchool capacity upgrade including new classrooms and community facilities to accommodate growing residential population.
Residential Apartment Development - Cardinia Road
0.6 kmMid-rise residential apartments targeting Officer's town centre densification objectives as a designated growth node.
Officer Employment Precinct Industrial
3.5 kmLight industrial and logistics facility development serving the Pakenham employment corridor and regional distribution networks.
Heritage & Conservation
Officer is a relatively new outer suburban growth area in Victoria's Pakenham corridor, developed primarily from the 2010s onward. The suburb has minimal heritage listings or conservation overlays, as it comprises predominantly modern residential subdivisions with little pre-existing built heritage. Properties in Officer are unlikely to have individual heritage restrictions unless located on rare older parcels predating the suburb's major development.