Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
17 Hobart Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone Schedule 1
LEP: Glen Eira Planning Scheme
FSR
1.0:1
Height Limit
11 metres
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Bentleigh is a well-serviced inner-south Melbourne suburb with a strong public primary school and access to McKinnon Secondary College. The area offers excellent independent options (Caulfield Grammar nearby) and several Catholic alternatives, making it an attractive location for families with varied schooling preferences.
Likely public catchment
Bentleigh is likely zoned for Bentleigh Primary School (primary) and McKinnon Secondary College (secondary), though catchment boundaries should be verified with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or local DET.
Nearby schools
Bentleigh Primary School
In catchmentMcKinnon Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Raphael's Primary School
Caulfield Grammar School (Caulfield Campus)
Elwood College
Mentone Girls Secondary College
Saint Brynstan's School
Ormond Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
17 Hobart Street, Bentleigh is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow, primarily from local arterial roads. The property benefits from proximity to established transport corridors while maintaining reasonable access to the Princes Highway.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours experience increased congestion on Centre Road and Princes Highway, with flow-on effects to local streets. Weekend traffic is typically lighter with minimal delays.
Public Transport
Bentleigh railway station approximately 1.1km away (McKinnon line); bus routes 200 and 201 accessible within 300-400m, providing regular connections to Chadstone and surrounding areas.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Greek Orthodox Church (0.6km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Greek Orthodox Church
bus
Unnamed stop
bus
Unnamed stop
bus
Unnamed stop
bus
Francesco Street/Centre Road
bus
Unnamed stop
bus
Bentleigh
train
East Boundary Road/Centre Road
bus
Moorabbin
train
Wheatley Road
bus
Flood Risk
Bentleigh is a low-lying inner-suburban area of Melbourne with moderate flood risk, primarily from localised stormwater flooding and overland flow rather than major riverine inundation. Parts of the suburb fall within the LSIO due to proximity to drainage basins and creeks; however, it is not directly adjacent to major flood-prone catchments such as the Yarra River. Properties should be checked individually against the Bayside or Glen Eira planning scheme overlays.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with VIC Planning Scheme LSIO requirements where applicable
- •Assessment against Flood Risk Management Overlay (FRMO) if property adjoins flood-prone waterways
- •Consideration of finished floor levels and flood-compatible building design in affected areas
- •Stormwater management and detention basin compliance under local drainage schemes
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Bentleigh is a densely urbanised inner-southern suburb of Melbourne with minimal bushfire risk. The area is characterised by residential housing, local streets, and manicured gardens rather than bushland or native forest, placing it well outside designated Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) and Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zones. Standard building construction practices apply; no BAL-specific standards are required.
Crime & Safety
Bentleigh is a relatively safe inner-southeast Melbourne suburb with crime rates below the Victorian average. The suburb experiences typical urban-level property crime alongside moderate assault incidents, reflecting its residential character. Overall crime trends remain stable with no significant recent increases.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Bentleigh is experiencing incremental urban intensification typical of established middle-ring Melbourne suburbs with railway access. Development activity focuses on medium-density residential infill, station precinct activation, and retail/community facility upgrades, with most activity concentrated within 1.5 km of the town centre and railway station. Council planning emphasises walkability, housing diversity, and local amenity improvements rather than large-scale renewal.
Bentleigh Station Precinct Activation
0.2 kmCouncil-led urban renewal focusing on intensification around Bentleigh railway station with residential and retail components.
McKinnon Road Medium-Density Residential
0.8 kmMulti-storey residential development contributing to incremental densification along major boulevard.
Bentleigh Secondary College Redevelopment
1.1 kmSchool modernisation and expansion project supporting growing local population.
Patterson Road Residential Subdivision
1.5 kmMedium-density townhouse and villa subdivision on former underutilised land.
Bentleigh Centre Shop Front Upgrades
0.3 kmStreetscape and retail activation improvements along Centre Road shopping precinct.
Gardeners Lane Infrastructure Works
0.6 kmCouncil-led stormwater and active transport improvements supporting precinct walkability.
Heritage & Conservation
Bentleigh is a middle-ring suburb of Melbourne with limited individual heritage listings on the Victorian Heritage Register. The area developed primarily from the early 20th century as a residential suburb, with the railway station and early schools representing modest local heritage significance. Most properties in Bentleigh do not fall within formal heritage overlays or conservation areas, allowing relatively standard development rights.
Nearby Heritage Items