Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Lot 403 Montana Estate
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone - Schedule 1
LEP: Mitchell Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres / 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Kilmore is a regional Victorian town with solid public school options anchored by Kilmore Primary and Secondary College. Catholic families typically look to St Mary's Primary and St Paul's Catholic College. The area serves a rural catchment with reasonable access to alternative schools in nearby towns like Broadford and Lancefield within a 5 km radius.
Likely public catchment
Kilmore is likely zoned for Kilmore Primary School and Kilmore Secondary College as the primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Kilmore Primary School
In catchmentKilmore Secondary College
In catchmentSt Mary's Primary School, Kilmore
St Paul's Catholic College
Broadford Primary School
Pyalong Primary School
Lancefield Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Lot 403 Montana Estate in Kilmore is located in a developing residential area with moderate traffic conditions. The property has reasonable access to major routes via local connecting roads, though peak hour congestion on nearby arterials can impact commute times.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) see increased traffic on Hume Freeway and Sydney Road as commuters travel to/from Melbourne CBD. Local estate roads experience moderate congestion during these periods, but impacts are generally manageable given the developing nature of the estate.
Public Transport
Nearest public transport is limited; Kilmore train station is approximately 3-4km away via Sydney Road, servicing the Seymour line with regular weekday services. Local bus services have limited frequency in the Montana Estate area.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Kilmore, located in Mitchell Shire in central Victoria, sits within the Upper Goulburn River catchment and is subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay. Historical flooding from local waterways and intense rainfall events has affected the township. Properties in and near the town center and adjacent floodplain areas are at elevated flood risk and are subject to Victoria's standard planning overlays and flood-resistant building requirements.
Planning Controls
- •Development must demonstrate flood immunity or incorporate flood-resistant design
- •Habitable floor levels typically required above the 1% AEP (100-year) flood level
- •Mandatory Flood Management Overlay (FMO) assessment for land use and building approvals
- •Stormwater and drainage design must account for local catchment constraints
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-29
Kilmore is a fringe-rural locality in Victoria's Central Highlands region with significant bushfire risk. The area is typically mapped within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), with BAL-29 or higher ratings common due to proximity to native vegetation and undulating topography. Properties should comply with AS 3959 construction standards and maintain adequate fuel reduction and defensible space.
Crime & Safety
Kilmore is a regional Victoria suburb with crime rates below the state average, typical of rural-regional centres. Property crimes including theft and malicious damage represent the largest crime categories, while violent crimes remain relatively low. The suburb maintains generally stable crime patterns consistent with regional Victoria trends.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Kilmore is experiencing moderate development pressure as a regional centre in the Mitchell Shire LGA, with growth driven by town-centre revitalisation, residential subdivisions on the urban fringe, and improved highway connectivity. Infrastructure upgrades and mixed-use precincts reflect efforts to position Kilmore as a service hub for the northern Melbourne fringe and broader central Victoria region.
Kilmore North residential subdivision
2 kmMulti-stage residential estate development on rural land north of Kilmore township, targeting families and young professionals.
Mitchell Highway upgrade
0 kmState-level road infrastructure improvements to enhance connectivity through Kilmore township and reduce congestion on key regional route.
Kilmore mixed-use precinct
0.5 kmTown centre revitalisation including retail, hospitality and residential apartments targeting local and regional services.
Rural residential lots near Kilmore South
3.5 kmLarger-lot residential subdivision catering to lifestyle and equestrian pursuits in peri-urban zones south of town.
Industrial lot development
4 kmLight industrial and storage facilities targeting local business needs and regional supply-chain operations.
Heritage & Conservation
Kilmore is a historic regional town in Victoria with a well-preserved 19th-century town centre. Properties within the heritage conservation area are subject to planning controls that protect the town's character, including Victorian-era commercial and residential buildings. Many structures retain original architectural details and contribute to the town's heritage significance.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Permit required for demolition or external alterations to heritage-listed properties
- •Building design and materials must be consistent with heritage character
- •Restrictions on removal of original architectural features
- •Setback and fencing controls within conservation area
Nearby Heritage Items