Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
1 Pelican Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Bundaberg Regional Council City Plan 2014
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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Traffic & Congestion
1 Pelican Drive, Bargara is located in a coastal residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property has good access to local roads with minimal congestion typical of this regional Queensland location.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak hour impact. Local traffic increases during holiday periods and weekends when Bargara's beach amenities attract visitors, but overall congestion remains light compared to regional centers.
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest bus services approximately 1-2km away via Bundaberg Regional Council services. Private vehicle recommended for commuting.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Bargara is a coastal locality in the Bundaberg region with moderate flood risk primarily from Burnett River flooding and localised stormwater/tidal inundation. Properties near the river or in lower-lying areas are subject to QLD flood overlay controls. Most residential and commercial development is covered by Bundaberg Regional Council's flood study overlays, requiring floor-level compliance and stormwater management.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Bundaberg Regional Council flood overlay mapping and Burnett River flood study requirements
- •Minimum floor level requirements typically 0.5–1.0 m above the Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or 1% AEP event
- •Stormwater and tidal backwater assessment for low-lying coastal and riverine properties
- •Development setback requirements from Burnett River and creek corridors
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Bargara is a coastal township in the Bundaberg region with predominantly urban and suburban development on relatively flat terrain. Bushfire risk is low due to its coastal location, minimal steep terrain, and fragmented vegetation patterns typical of established residential areas. Properties in Bargara are unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland SPP 3.4.
Crime & Safety
Bargara is a small coastal suburb in the Bundaberg Region with crime rates generally below Queensland state averages. The suburb experiences relatively low levels of violent crime and motor vehicle theft, with theft and malicious damage representing the most common incident types. Overall crime conditions remain stable with a strong community and tourism-focused environment.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Bargara is experiencing modest, tourism and lifestyle-oriented development activity, with primary focus on coastal amenity upgrades and small-scale residential infill rather than large-scale redevelopment. Aged care and retirement living precincts are emerging as a key development driver, reflecting demographic appeal. Regional infrastructure projects in neighbouring Bundaberg provide broader employment and services context, but Bargara itself remains a relatively constrained coastal village with limited major DA pipeline.
Bargara Beachfront Precinct Enhancement
0.5 kmLocal council investment in beach access, pathway upgrades and public amenity improvements along the Bargara coastline.
Determination: 2025
Residential infill DA - Ocean Street precinct
1.2 kmSmall-scale dual occupancy and townhouse approvals on existing residential lots within walking distance of Bargara beach.
Determination: 2024-2025
Bundaberg Region Industrial Estate Extension
8 kmBundaberg Regional Council planning for logistics and light industrial expansion to service regional demand.
Determination: 2025-2026
Bargara Retirement Living Community
2 kmBoutique aged care and independent living village targeting retirees attracted to coastal lifestyle.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Bargara is a coastal residential suburb near Bundaberg with limited individual heritage listings. The area developed primarily as a modern seaside township and lacks formal heritage conservation overlays typical of older inner-city or established town-centre areas. Nearby Bundaberg contains the state-significant heritage items, while Bargara itself is characterised by contemporary residential and holiday development.
Nearby Heritage Items