About this property
The property at 520 High Street in Preston, Victoria is a house.
520 High Street
520 High Street, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
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Key details
- Locality
- Preston
- State
- VIC
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GAVIC412144849
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- S2\PS831925
- Property type
- House
- Internal area
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- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
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Barry Plant - North Eastern Group
4.0 km
* Approximate straight-line distances
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Frequently asked questions
What type of property is located at 520 High Street?
520 High Street is a detached house. It is presented simply as a residential dwelling without additional structural details.
How far is the property from Melbourne’s central business district?
The house is situated about 9 km (approximately 5.6 mi) north‑east of Melbourne’s CBD. This makes it a short commute by car or public transport.
Which public transport options are available near 520 High Street?
The property is close to Preston railway station (around 0.6 km away) on the Mernda line. Several tram stops are within 0.7–0.9 km, including Sylvester Gr/Plenty Rd and Wood St/Plenty Rd, and multiple bus routes serve the area, providing connections to the city and surrounding suburbs.
What nearby amenities or attractions can be reached on foot from 520 High Street?
Within a few minutes’ walk you’ll find the Quest Preston hotel, Hoyts Circle Theatre (≈0.3 km), Preston Police Station (≈0.5 km) and Preston Post Office (≈0.7 km). The historic St James Theatre and the 3KND Indigenous radio station are also within roughly 0.9 km.
What is the historical significance of High Street in Preston?
High Street was an early commercial hub; in 1850 Edward Wood opened a store and the first post office at its corner with Wood Street. The street later served as part of the route to Sydney and helped shape the development of the suburb.
What is the current population and cultural makeup of Preston?
Preston recorded a population of 33,790 at the 2021 census. While 63.8 % of residents were born in Australia, the suburb is culturally diverse, with notable communities from China, Italy, Greece, India and Vietnam.
Which local government area governs the property at 520 High Street?
The house falls within the City of Darebin local government area, which administers services and planning for Preston and its neighbouring suburbs.