Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
22 Merrilands Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Darebin Planning Scheme
Height Limit
9 metres (or 2-3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Reservoir is a northern-suburbs Melbourne locality with solid public schooling infrastructure anchored by its catchment primary and secondary schools. Catholic schools including Our Lady of Mercy and MacKillop nearby offer alternative secondary options. Families should verify precise catchment boundaries with the VIC Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Reservoir are typically zoned for Reservoir Primary School and Reservoir High School within the public system.
Nearby schools
Reservoir Primary School
In catchmentReservoir High School
In catchmentOur Lady of Mercy Primary School
MacKillop Catholic Secondary College
Northcote High School
Thornbury Primary School
Preston Girls Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
22 Merrilands Road, Reservoir is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow typical of inner-northern Melbourne suburbs. The property has reasonable access to major arterial roads but experiences typical peak-hour congestion on surrounding routes.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours generate increased traffic on Mountain Highway and Victoria Street, with moderate delays common during school pickup/drop-off times and commuter movements toward the CBD.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-500 meters to Reservoir railway station (Hurstbridge Line), with multiple bus routes (340, 342, 354 series) within walking distance providing good public transport connectivity.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: High Street (0.2km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
High Street
bus
High Street
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William Ruthven Secondary College
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Edgars Road
bus
Keon Park Station
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Long Street
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Finton Grove
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Dunstans Court
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Cheddar Road West
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Dalton Road
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Flood Risk
Reservoir is located in Melbourne's inner north and has moderate flood risk due to its proximity to the Merri Creek and broader Yarra River catchment system. Significant portions of the suburb fall within the LSIO, reflecting historical flood inundation during major events. Properties in flood-prone areas require careful assessment and elevated design standards under Victorian planning controls.
Planning Controls
- •Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) applies to properties within mapped flood extent zones
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for development in LSIO areas
- •Finished floor levels must be set above the Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or 1% AEP flood level
- •Melbourne Water floodplain management guidelines and permit requirements for works near waterways
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Reservoir is an inner-northern Melbourne suburb with predominantly residential, urban character and minimal native vegetation. The flat terrain and dense housing reduce bushfire risk exposure significantly. This property is unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) zone, and standard building practices should apply.
Crime & Safety
Reservoir experiences crime rates above the Victorian state average, with theft and assault being the most prevalent offences. The suburb has maintained relatively stable crime levels over recent years despite higher-than-average incident rates. Community safety initiatives and local police presence continue to address persistent property and personal safety concerns in the area.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Reservoir is experiencing moderate urban renewal activity focused on station-oriented mixed-use development and residential infill, leveraging its position on the Hurstbridge Line and proximity to the CBD. Council planning emphasises medium-density housing, improved transport connectivity and local shopping precinct activation. Development activity is incremental but steady, with most DAs targeting apartment buildings and townhouse subdivisions on underutilised industrial and commercial land within 1-2 km of the station.
Reservoir Station Precinct Renewal
0.5 kmUrban renewal around Reservoir train station focusing on mixed-use development with residential apartments, retail and improved transport connectivity.
Determination: 2026
Residential infill development - Bell Street
1.2 kmMedium-density townhouse and apartment complex on former industrial/commercial land capitalising on proximity to station.
Plenty Road corridor improvements
0.8 kmRoad and pedestrian infrastructure upgrade along Plenty Road to support increased residential density and local connectivity.
Residential apartments - Murray Road
0.6 km5-6 storey apartment development targeting inner-ring Melbourne demand with focus on rental-friendly configurations.
Determination: 2025
Local shopping precinct activation
0.3 kmRetail and commercial space modernisation in existing town centre to support growing resident base.
Heritage & Conservation
Reservoir is a suburban area in Melbourne's north established in the early 20th century with modest residential character. While the suburb contains some locally significant civic and recreational facilities, most individual properties are not subject to heritage listing or conservation area overlays. Development is primarily governed by standard planning controls rather than heritage restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items