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VIC · Banyule Council

Viewbank, 3084

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Desirability score

60.1/100
Good

Top 17% of Victoria's suburbs

89% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Green suburb
  • National parks
  • Dog friendly
  • High desirability
What Viewbank is known for: Green suburb, National parks, Dog friendly, High desirability

Suburb profile

Viewbank is a well-connected mid-sized suburb in Banyule with everyday amenities close at hand. The city and surrounding suburbs are both within comfortable reach, which keeps daily life flexible. Tree-lined streets and leafy pockets give the suburb a noticeably green, settled character.

Long-term locals and family households define much of the community, with a strong presence of young families throughout. Daily life is practical and well connected, with the city and nearby suburbs easy to tap into. Green space is a real strength, with parks and playgrounds woven through the suburb.

Getting around the metro area is straightforward, with transport tying neighbouring communities together. Property is in demand, reflecting the appeal of living in a place people actively choose.

On the desirability index, the suburb rates good overall, led by parks and green space and community and employment, while local dining and lifestyle amenities sit closer to the middle of the pack for similar metro suburbs.

Population

Population
7,030
Median age
43
Median household income / week
$2,062
Dwelling vacancy
5.3%
Unoccupied private dwellings
139 of 2,609
Median monthly mortgage
$2,171
Employment rate
59.3%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
115 / 241 / 0

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)
184
Against the person
33
Against property
108
Rate per 1,000 residents
26.2
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 213 residents
State safety percentile
20.3th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+28.7%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage13
  • B41 Motor Vehicle Theft11
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle34
  • B45 Receiving Or Handling Stolen Goods11
  • C32 Drug Possession20

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)
1,131.5
  • Viewbank CollegeSecondary
  • Viewbank Primary SchoolPrimary

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

23 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Christine St/Rutherford Rd
  • Diane Cres/Rutherford Rd
  • Graham Rd/Lower Plenty Rd
  • Kambea Cres/Lower Plenty Rd
  • Walker Ct/Banyule Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

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

50 planning-related records

2021· 20 proposals

  • August 2021

  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Snow in Summer (Melaleuca linariifolia) and one (1) Golden Senna (Senna sp.) in the front setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    2 LADY BETTY PARADE VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Callistemon salignus (Willow Bottlebrush) in the rear setback as per the endorsed plan.
    4 THE SILO VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Pyrus sp (Pear Tree) in the rear setback as per the endorsed plan.
    17 KAMBEA CRESCENT VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Silky Oak (Grevillea robusta) in the front setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    7 ROSEMARY COURT VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    28 ROSEMAR CIRCUIT VIEWBANK 3084Withdrawn
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    10 ROWAN-TREE COURT VIEWBANK 3084No permit required
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Silver Birch (Betula pendula) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    17 GRAHAM ROAD VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    58 CASTLETON ROAD VIEWBANK 3084No permit required
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    4 DAWN COURT VIEWBANK 3084No permit required

  • July 2021

  • Greater 1 new dwelling but Less 10 Development of two (2) dwellings
    123 GRAHAM ROAD VIEWBANK 3084Lapsed
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Hesperocyparis macrocarpa (Monterey Cypress) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    80 GRAHAM ROAD VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Chilean Willow (Salix humboldtiana) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    3 MILL COURT VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Ironbark (Eucalyptus sideroxylon) in the front setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    66 RUTHERFORD ROAD VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Hesperocyparis macrocarpa, (Monterey Cypress) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    10 Walker CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of three (3) Swamp Mahogany (Eucalyptus robusta) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    50 MEYRICK CRESCENT VIEWBANK 3084Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    155 Martins LaneNo permit required
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    1 Warren RoadNo permit required

  • May 2021

  • Other buildings and works
    7/70 Graham RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Wallangarra White Gum hybrid (Eucalyptus scoparia) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    11 Westmere PlacePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Lemon-scented Gum (Corymbia citriodora) in the front setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    15 Rodney CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 20 proposals

  • December 2020

  • Greater 1 new dwelling but Less 10 Development of a second dwelling at the rear of the existing dwelling, works to the existing dwelling and removal of vegetation in a VPO5.
    135 GRAHAM ROAD VIEWBANK 3084NOD issued by a delegate
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Hesperocyparis macrocarpa (Monterey Cypress) in the rear setback as per the endorsed plan.
    6 Broadlea CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Eucalyptus sp and one (1) Cupressus sp as per the endorsed plan.
    1 Warren RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Eucalyptus nicholii (Narrow leaved black peppermint) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    26 Meyrick CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • November 2020

  • Installation of a internally illuminated sign in a category 3 signage area.
    355 Lower Plenty RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    17 Graham RoadNo permit required
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of three (3) Hesperocyparis macrocarpa (Monterey Cypress) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    18 Fairbank WayPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Cupress torulosa (Bhutan Cypress) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    19 O'Donnell StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • October 2020

  • Other Vegetation Removal
    21/86 Graham RoadWithdrawn
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Lilly Pilly (Syzygium smithii) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    1 Nevin ParadePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal
    2-4 Nobel StreetNo permit required
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Quercus robur (English Oak) in the rear setback as per the endorsed plan
    101 Graham RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Hesperocyparis macrocarpa (Monteray Cypress) in the front setback as per the endorsed plan.
    223 Banyule RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of one (1) Ulmus glabra 'Lutescens', (Golden Elm), Cupressus arizonica, (Rough Barked Arizona Cypress), Aracuaria heterophylla (Norfolk Island Pine), Cedrus deodara, (Deodar Himalayan Cedar) all in the rear setback as per the Endorsed Plan.
    10 Duff ParadePermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • September 2020

  • Ext to dwelling or associated structure Buildings and works for the development of a deck and pergola
    3/53 Bannockburn RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Change or extension of use Retrospective approval for development of two dwellings on a lot
    58 Graham RoadWithdrawn
  • Other Vegetation Removal For the removal of two (2) Leyland Cypress (Cupressus x leylandii) and one (1) River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) in the rear setback as indicated on the endorsed plan
    50 Kambea CrescentPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Creation of temporary access and installation of a internally illuminated sign in a category 3 signage area.
    355 Lower Plenty RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Greater 1 new dwelling but Less 10 Development of two (2) dwellings
    178 GRAHAM ROAD VIEWBANK 3084NOD issued by a delegate
  • Greater 1 new dwelling but Less 10 Development of two (2) dwellings and associated vegetation removal
    271 Banyule RoadPermit 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

36 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bbq (2)
  • Bench (9)
  • Bus stop (2)
  • Milkbar YuningConvenience store

    5 Robern Parade, Viewbank

  • Dentist
  • Dog park
  • Drinking water
  • RDAV ViewbankHorse Riding

    332 Banyule Road, Viewbank

  • Medical clinic
  • Pharmacy

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

12 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Banyule WetlandsNature reserve
  • Castleton ParkPark
  • Clovelly ParkPark
  • Crana ReservePark
  • Price ParkPark
  • Radio ParkPark
  • Sherlowe Crescent ReservePark
  • Simla Close ReservePark
  • The Glade ReservePark
  • Watsonia Drain ReserveNature reserve

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
6
Emergency department
Not in suburb
  • Dentistdentist
  • Doctordoctor
  • Pharmacypharmacy
  • Victorian Laser & Skin Clinicclinic
  • Viewbank Maternal and Child Health Centreclinic
  • Viewbank Medical CentreMartins Lanedoctor

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
10/10
IRSD decile (2021)
9/10

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

  • VIEWBANK HOMESTEADNH1396

Data sources & freshness

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

Childcare

2 childcare services from OpenStreetMap

  • Winston Hills Kindergartenkindergarten
  • 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)
33
Parks (OSM)
12

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 — Good
State standing
Top 17% of Victoria's suburbs
National rank
849th in Australia
State rank
212th in VIC
Peer rank
#84 among Metro Melbourne · Established suburbs
Cohort rank
#155 among Metro Melbourne suburbs
Data confidence
89%

Data sources & freshness

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

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