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VIC · Wyndham Council

Laverton North, 3026

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  • Green suburb
  • Excellent transport
  • River access
  • Café precinct
  • Education hub
What Laverton North is known for: Green suburb, Excellent transport, River access, Café precinct, Education hub

Suburb profile

Laverton North is a residential smaller community in Wyndham with a familiar suburban feel. The community is self-contained in the best sense. Local life comes first, with the region opening up beyond. Leafy streets and shaded corners make the suburb feel greener and more established than many nearby.

An older demographic makes it especially popular with retirees, with families and grandchildren still a visible part of community life. Parks, reserves and open space make it genuinely outdoor-friendly for walks, sport and weekend downtime. Strong public transport connections keep the wider area accessible.

The area offers approachable housing costs alongside a lifestyle that still feels complete. Construction and infill projects are noticeably reshaping parts of the area.

Population

Population
119
Median age
56
Median household income / week
$669
Dwelling vacancy
0%
Unoccupied private dwellings
0 of 47
Median monthly mortgage
$0
Employment rate
31.2%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
16 / 0 / 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)
843
Against the person
55
Against property
700
Rate per 1,000 residents
7,084
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 2 residents
State safety percentile
99.7th (lower crime is better)
Decrease (daily rate)
-0.2%

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage38
  • B322 Non-Residential Non-Aggravated Burglary79
  • B41 Motor Vehicle Theft120
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle135
  • B49 Other Theft255

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

46 public transport stops in this suburb

  • 107 Cherry Lane
  • 55 Cherry Lane
  • Dohertys Rd/Cherry Lane
  • James St/Cherry Lane
  • Maria St/Cherry Lane

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

85 active roadworks / incidents

  • Building / 3rd Party Works activities occurring between 06/05/2025 and 27/08/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM, Weekends 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed northbound. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 0 to 5 min.WESTERN RING ROAD, PRINCES IN-WESTERN RING OUT RAMP05 May 2025 – 26 Aug 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.KOROROIT CREEK-PRINCES IN RAMP ON, KOROROIT CREEK ROAD15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.LITTLE BOUNDARY ROAD, KOROROIT CREEK-PRINCES IN RAMP ON15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.WESTERN RING ROAD, WESTERN RING IN-BOUNDARY RAMP OF15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.WESTERN RING IN-WEST GATE IN RAMP, WESTERN RING ROAD15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BOUNDARY ROAD15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.WESTERN RING ROAD, BOUNDARY-WESTERN RING IN RAMP ON15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BOUNDARY ROAD, LITTLE BOUNDARY ROAD15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.PRINCES FREEWAY, KOROROIT CREEK-PRINCES IN RAMP ON15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 2026
  • CityLink activities occurring between 16/06/2026 and 30/07/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed both directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be 6 to 10 min.BOUNDARY-WESTERN RING IN RAMP ON, undefined15 Jun 2026 – 29 Jul 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).

101 planning-related records

2021· 38 proposals

  • August 2021

  • Use of a materials recycling facility and development of a warehouse/industry building, office and maintenance shed with associated car parking
    16 DEMOLITION COURT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Withdrawn
  • Section 72 Amendment - Alterations to Development within Stage 5 including an Additional Trade Supplies Premises - Staged use and development of a warehouse, office and retail premises (food and drink premises)
    1-11 LITTLE BOUNDARY ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Section 72 Amendment - Amend Permit Preamble for a "Use and Development of the land for Materials Recycling and Signage" and amend the plans for buildings and works
    119-121 WILLIAM ANGLISS DRIVE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of one warehouse
    29 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Change of Use to Industry, Buildings and works and Reduction in Car parking
    119-121 WILLIAM ANGLISS DRIVE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Withdrawn
  • Use and development of the land for four (4) warehouse buildings and a food and drink premises (café)
    73 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of the Land for a Store and Reduction of the Associated Car Parking Requirement
    17-19 MARIA STREET LAVERTON NORTH 3026In progress
  • Use of land for Industry (manufacture of civil products) and the reduction in car parking requirements
    105-117 BOUNDARY ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • A staged 24 Lot Subdivision and common property in accordance with the endorsed plans
    34-44 HUME ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated two storage container sheds ancillary to a warehouse
    52-58 PIPE ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Section 72 Amendment - Section 72 Amendment - Reconfiguration of original warehouses 9-12 and creating warehouses 9-17. Proposed warehouse development with ancillary office area and associated buildings and works also includes car parking dispensation
    2-8 JAMES STREET LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • June 2021

  • Use of the land for a store (truck parking) and associated works
    125-139 DOHERTYS ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026In progress
  • Use of part of the existing building (1st floor) for an education centre and reduction to required car parking
    8 WESTSIDE DRIVE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Withdrawn
  • Section 72 Amendment to the Planning Permit- Amend what the permit allows and conditions of the permit
    101 LEAKES ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of Land for Materials Recycling and Display of Business Identification Signs
    17-19 MARIA STREET LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works for the construction of an additional warehouse, construction of a mezzanine floor within an existing building and the reduction in car parking requirements and bicycle facilities
    37-45 GILBERTSON ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with a shed
    122A Dohertys RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2021

  • Buildings and works and use of the land for a Materials Recycling Facility and Signage
    46-52 DOHERTYS ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the land for Motor Vehicle Sales.
    8 LITTLE BOUNDARY ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of Two (2) Warehouses
    61 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of Two Warehouses
    55 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of three warehouses (lot 51)
    24 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendment to the Planning Permit to Include Materials Recycling (Used Plastic Treatment and Processing), Associated Buildings and Works and Alterations to the Endorsed Plans
    32 GILBERTSON ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Change of Use Retail Premises (Trade Supplies) and Buildings and Works for a Structure
    117-119 PIPE ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the land for Motor Sales
    FACTORY 7/227-231 FITZGERALD ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • April 2021

  • Use of the land for Industry (transfer station) and reduction in the car parking requirements
    172-174 CHERRY LANE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Withdrawn
  • Buildings & works associated with the construction of two (2) warehouses
    34 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the land for rural industry (sheep skin processing) and a reduction in the car parking requirement
    FACTORY 5/21 WESTSIDE DRIVE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Lapsed
  • Buildings and Works associated with the construction of a Shed for Vehicle Storage
    9 Weddel CourtPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • March 2021

  • Use and Development of a Store
    53-55 CYANAMID STREET LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of the land for transport and container storage and reduction to the car parking requirement
    54-56 AGOSTA DRIVE LAVERTON NORTH 3026Refusal issued by a delegate
  • Use of the land for a warehouse, associated buildings and works and display of a floodlit business identification sign
    33-47 Dohertys RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of the Land for Industry
    14 Agosta DrivePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of the land for Store (Truck Parking) and a reduction in car parking
    4-6 CAMBRIDGE STREET LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Building Associated with the Existing Use of the Land
    1-3 Stanley RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • January 2021

  • Section 72 Amendment - Add Car Sales use to permit - Use of an Existing Warehouse & Office as a 'Panel Beating' Workshop and a waiver of 19 car spaces
    2 EVERAISE COURT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a New External Refrigeration and oil heating equipment in Association with an Existing Abattoir and Poultry Processing Factory.
    13-19 Pipe RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Created in error
    1-11 Little Boundary RoadWithdrawn
2020· 2 proposals

  • December 2020

  • Development of two warehouses
    49 PATCH CIRCUIT LAVERTON NORTH 3026Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Building and works associated with an extension to an existing industry/warehouse including a mezzanine and alteration of access to a Road Zone ¿ Category 1
    118-124 Fitzgerald 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

5 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Discount Flooring SuppliesBuilding Materials

    Unit 4 143 Dohertys Road

  • Cherry's CafeCafe

    176 Cherry Lane

  • Caltex - Diesel onlyPetrol station
  • Diesel Truck StopPetrol station
  • Weighbridge

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

4 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Humes Retarding BasinPark
  • Lawrie Emmins ReservePark
  • Lawrie Emmins Reserve Youth PrecinctPark
  • The Angliss Industrial Estate ReservePark

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
1/10
IRSD decile (2021)
1/10

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

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)
14
Parks (OSM)
14

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

Recent changes

  • B21 Criminal Damagecrime38
  • B322 Non-Residential Non-Aggravated Burglarycrime79
  • B41 Motor Vehicle Theftcrime120
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehiclecrime135
  • B49 Other Theftcrime255
  • Humes Retarding Basingovernmentpark
  • Lawrie Emmins Reservegovernmentpark
  • Lawrie Emmins Reserve Youth Precinctgovernmentpark
  • The Angliss Industrial Estate Reservegovernmentpark
  • A staged 24 Lot Subdivision and common property in accordance with the endorsed plansplanning34-44 HUME ROAD LAVERTON NORTH 3026Lodged 08 Jul 2021 · Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

Data sources & freshness

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