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VIC · Golden Plains Council

Bannockburn, 3331

Current weather

10.1°CMainly clear

85% humidity · 28.6 km/h wind · 13° / 9.3° today · 14.9 mm rain

Desirability score

60.1/100

718th in Australia

89% data confidence

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Bannockburn (Vic.) is a smaller suburban community in the Golden Plains area, home to around 6,470 residents (2021 Census). Available data shows 190 offences in 2026 with rising year-on-year trends (+20%), roughly 29.4 offences per 1,000 residents, 2 school and preschool sites in the area, limited but present public transport access, a reasonable spread of amenities, 31 active roadworks or transport incidents on nearby routes, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb and hospitals or GP clinics within the suburb.

Population

Population
6,470
Median age
35
Median household income / week
$2,055
Dwelling vacancy
3.7%
Unoccupied private dwellings
78 of 2,126
Median monthly mortgage
$1,863
Employment rate
66.1%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
156 / 83 / 3

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Total offences (2026)
190
Against the person
35
Against property
112
Rate per 1,000 residents
29.4
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 185 residents
State safety percentile
23.4th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+20.3%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle9
  • B43 Steal From A Retail Store9
  • B49 Other Theft49
  • B53 Obtain Benefit By Deception13
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order23

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
2
Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
1,018
  • Bannockburn P-12 CollegeCombined
  • St Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

4 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Madden Rd/Midland Hwy
  • McPhillips Rd/High St
  • McPhillips Rd/High St
  • Shelford-Bannockburn Rd/Midland Hwy

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

31 active roadworks / incidents

  • Council Works activities occurring between 20/03/2026 and 31/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 60 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BANNOCKBURN-SHELFORD ROAD, HARVEY ROAD20 Mar 2026 – 30 Jul 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MADDEN ROAD, MIDLAND HIGHWAY27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MADDEN ROAD, MIDLAND HIGHWAY27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MIDLAND HIGHWAY, KELLY ROAD27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MIDLAND HIGHWAY, GEELONG ROAD27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MIDLAND HIGHWAY, MADDEN ROAD27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.KELLY ROAD, INVERLOCHY DRIVE27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.KELLY LANE, MIDLAND HIGHWAY27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.MIDLAND HIGHWAY, GEELONG ROAD27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026
  • ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) activities occurring between 28/05/2026 and 30/09/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekends 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed southbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.CLYDE ROAD, MIDLAND HIGHWAY27 May 2026 – 29 Sep 2026

Data sources & freshness

  • Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh where supported

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

120 planning-related records

2021· 40 proposals

  • September 2021

  • Subdivision of land into two (2) lots under clause 32.05-5 (TZ) and 43.02-3 (DDO)
    8 POPE STREET BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a building (shed) under clause 42.01-2 (ESO)
    3 BRUCE STREET BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • The development of the land for the purposes of a multi lot subdivision pursuant to the provisions of the LDRZ (Clause 32.03-3) & DDO5 (Clause 43.02-3)
    CA 11 & 11A MIDLAND HIGHWAY BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ) and within a specified setback under clause 43.02-2 (DDO5)
    24 LE MAITRE DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removal of two (2) dry stone walls under clause 52.33 (Post boxes and dry stone walls)
    LOT M MCPHILLIPS ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by the RA
  • The removal of restrictive covenant J707858 pursuant to Clause 52.02 of the planning scheme
    74 CLYDE ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331In progress
  • Construct and carry out works associated with creation of new crossover and access under clause 43.01-1 (HO), creation of Carriageway easement under clause 52.02 (Easements, restrictions and reserves)
    1 GEELONG ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Lapsed
  • Subdivision of the land into two (2) lots under clauses 32.03-3 (LDRZ) and 43.02-3 (DDO)
    27 YVERDON DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    158 GLEN AVON DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with the extension to an existing outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    45 SCOTLAND COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2021

  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ) and within a specified setback under clause 43.02-2 (DDO)
    127 GARONNE DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • In accordance with the endorsed plans: - Use of the land for a restricted recreation facility in a Commercial 1 Zone - Construction of buildings and works in a Commercial 1 Zone and Design and Development Overlay Schedule 9 - Construction of buildings and works and partial demolition in a Heritage Overlay, Schedule 95 - Creation of an alteration of access to a road in a Road Zone Category 1 under Clause 52.29 - Construction and display of signage under clause 52.05 - Provision of bicycle facilit
    MCPHILLIPS ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    52 GWENDOLINE COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • The development of the land for the purposes of a two lot subdivision pursuant to the provisions of clause 32.08-3 (GRZ1)
    11 WARE STREET BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Subdivision of the land into three (3) lots under Clause 34.01-3 (C1Z), Clause 43.01-1 (HO), Clause 43.02-3 (DDO) Clause 36.04-2 (RD1Z), Clause 52.29-2 (Land adjacent to a Road Zone) and the creation and removal of easements under clause 52.02 (Easements, restrictions and reserves)
    11 VICTOR STREET BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    48 SCOTLAND COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a building (dwelling) within specified setbacks under clause 43.02-2 (DDO)
    11 LE MAITRE DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a building (dwelling) and associated works under clause 42.01-2 (ESO)
    26 BROADHEAD WAY BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Subdivision of land into three (3) lots under clause 35.03-3 (LDRZ) and clause 43.02-3 (DDO5), clause 52.29-3 (land adjacent to a road in a Transport Zone 2) and creation of (carriageway) easement under clause 52.02 (Easements, Restrictions and Reserves)
    5 RANGE ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    10 WOODY COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Construction of a building (dwelling) within a specified setback under clause 43.02-2 (DDO)
    12 LE MAITRE DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • The development of the land for the purposes of a shed pursuant to the provisions of the LDRZ (Clause 32.03-4)
    12 SINDARIN COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a building (dwelling and shed) within a specified setback under clause 43.02-2 (DDO5) and Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than those specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    20 LE MAITRE DRIVE BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than those specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    16 Master WayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    18 Knights Park CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    15 WOODY COURT BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • The development of the land for the purposes of a shed pursuant to the provisions of the ESO3 (Clause 42.01-2)
    2490 MIDLAND HIGHWAY BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with a section 2 use (dwelling), a building which is within the specified setback under clause 35.08-4 (RAZ) and to construct or carry out works under clause 42.01-2 (ESO)
    166 RUSSELL ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of buildings and works (verandah) under clause 42.01-2 (ESO)
    88 Moreillon BoulevardePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • The development of the land for the purposes of a 5 lot subdivision pursuant to the provisions of the LDRZ (Clause 32.03-3) & DDO5 (Clause 43.02-3)
    61 STEVENSON ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331In progress
  • Use of the land for a Telecommunications Facility (Satellite Dish) under clause 32.08-2 (GRZ), buildings and works associated with a section 2 use under clause 32.08-9 (GRZ), buildings and works under clause 43.02-2 (DDO) and development of the land under clause 52.19-1 (Telecommunications facility) and clause 52.04 (Satellite dish)
    10 Milton StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Variation of Restrictive Covenant G335804 by deleting part 'a' under clause 52.02 (Easements, restrictions and reserves)
    120 GEELONG ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • The development of the land for the purposes of native vegetation removal in accordance with endorsed plans
    . Bannockburn-Shelford RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Subdivision of the land into three (3) lots under clause 32.08-3 (GRZ)
    19 POPE STREET BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than those specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ) and within a specified setback under clause 43.02-2 (DDO)
    30 MASTER WAY BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a an outbuilding (shed) with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    38 Giles DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of an outbuilding (shed) within a specified setback of clause 43.02-2 (DDO) and with dimensions greater than specified under clause 32.03-4 (LDRZ)
    132B Clyde RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2021

  • Removal of restrictive covenant N394686E pursuant to clause 52.02
    1 Sandhurst CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Subdivision of the land into four (4) lots under clauses 32.03-3 (LDRZ) and 43.02-3 (DDO5) and removal of drainage easement under clause 52.02
    42 CLYDE ROAD BANNOCKBURN 3331Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a building (dwelling) within a setback specified in the schedule to the overlay under clause 43.02-2 (DDO5)
    105 Garonne DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

  • PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020–2022 · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access

Amenities

21 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • BWSAlcohol
  • Bannockburn BakehouseBakery

    9-11 Burns Street, Bannockburn

  • Ferguson PlarreBakery
  • Golden Plains Supreme MeatsButcher
  • Le Due Sorelle CafeCafe

    Unit 2 38 High Street, Bannockburn

  • KaisercraftCraft
  • Evie NetworksEV charging
  • Bannockburn Garden CenterGarden Centre
  • Nutrient AG SolutionsGarden Centre
  • Pizazz HairstylistHairdresser

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

7 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Bannockburn BBQ AreaPark
  • Bannockburn Bushland ReserveNature reserve
  • Bannockburn Recreation ReservePark
  • Imperial Way Bush ReservePark
  • Lions ParkPark

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
2
Emergency department
Not in suburb
  • Bannockburn SurgeryHigh Streetdoctor
  • TerryWhite Chemmartpharmacy

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
6/10
IRSD decile (2021)
7/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

1 state heritage place

  • BANNOCKBURN RAILWAY STATIONNH1560

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Period: current · Updated on site

Childcare

2 childcare services from OpenStreetMap

  • Bright Minds Early Lerning Centerkindergarten
  • kindergartenkindergarten

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

Childcare centre count

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Period: current · Updated on site

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
9
Parks (OSM)
7

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
60.1/100
National rank
718th in Australia
State rank
198th in VIC
Peer rank
#3 among Country & regional · Growth area suburbs
Cohort rank
#22 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
89%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehiclecrime9
  • B43 Steal From A Retail Storecrime9
  • B49 Other Theftcrime49
  • B53 Obtain Benefit By Deceptioncrime13
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Ordercrime23
  • Bright Minds Early Lerning Centerchildcarekindergarten
  • kindergartenchildcarekindergarten
  • BANNOCKBURN RAILWAY STATIONheritageNH1560
  • Bannockburn SurgeryhealthHigh Streetdoctor
  • TerryWhite Chemmarthealthpharmacy

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Updated on site
  • Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Updated on site · Year ending March release
  • Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · Updated on site
  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Updated on site

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