Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
12 Abel Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Brisbane City Plan 2014
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Moorooka is a well-established inner-west Brisbane suburb with strong access to public schooling via Moorooka State School and Corinda State High School. Several Catholic and independent schools operate nearby, offering alternative options. Families should confirm exact catchment boundaries with the QLD school catchment finder.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Moorooka are typically zoned for Moorooka State School (primary) and Corinda State High School (secondary); verify with the QLD Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Moorooka State School
In catchmentCorinda State High School
In catchmentSt. Edmund's Catholic Primary School
Wisdom Catholic College
Somerville House
Ironside State School
Ashgrove State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
12 Abel Street, Moorooka is situated in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. The location benefits from proximity to major arterial roads but experiences typical suburban congestion during peak hours, particularly on adjacent thoroughfares.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours see increased congestion on Beaudesert Road and Cordelia Street, with flow-on effects to local residential streets. Beaudesert Road experiences the most significant impact as a major arterial route.
Public Transport
Moorooka train station is approximately 1.2km away, providing access to the Beenleigh line. Multiple bus routes operate within 400-600m of the address, offering regular service to Brisbane CBD and surrounding suburbs.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Moorooka is located within the Brisbane River catchment and falls within Brisbane City Council's 1% AEP (Annual Exceedance Probability) flood overlay. The suburb experienced significant inundation during the January 2011 Brisbane River flood event. Properties in this area face medium flood risk and are subject to state and local planning controls that mandate elevated floor levels and flood-resistant design.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Brisbane City Council flood-resistant design standards for properties in the flood overlay
- •Minimum floor level requirements typically 0.5–1.0 m above the probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP design flood
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment and mitigation measures for material change of use or development in flood-prone areas
- •Requirement for flood-compatible building design, including elevated structures or wet-proof construction below design flood level
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Moorooka is an inner-western suburb of Brisbane with predominantly urban and suburban development. It is not mapped as a Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland's SPP/SP3 mapping, with low vegetation density and distance from significant bushland reducing bushfire risk. Properties in this area typically do not require BAL compliance under AS 3959.
Crime & Safety
Moorooka experiences crime rates consistent with Queensland's inner-suburban average, with theft and assault comprising the majority of reported incidents. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns with no significant recent escalation or improvement. Community safety initiatives and local police presence contribute to managing crime at typical regional levels.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Moorooka is experiencing steady infill development typical of established inner-south Brisbane suburbs, with incremental townhouse and residential subdivision activity supported by local road and cycling upgrades. The area sits within Council's broader inner-city densification strategy, with activity concentrated along the Ipswich Road commercial corridor and surrounding residential pockets. Development pressure remains moderate, focused on small-to-medium residential infill and local mixed-use projects rather than large-scale renewal.
Moorooka residential infill - townhouses
0.2 kmMedium-density townhouse infill on former commercial or underutilised residential land within the Moorooka core area.
Determination: 2025
Ipswich Road corridor upgrade
0.5 kmLocal road and public realm improvements along the main commercial spine of Moorooka to support accessibility and cycling infrastructure.
Local residential subdivision
1.2 kmStandard residential block subdivision in surrounding areas targeting small-lot single and dual dwelling typologies.
Determination: 2024-2025
Yeronga mixed-use precinct
2.1 kmNeighbouring Yeronga precinct with planned residential, retail and community facility renewal supported by master planning.
Local retail/commercial DA
0.4 kmSmall-scale commercial or retail with residential above typical of South Brisbane inner-suburb intensification.
Heritage & Conservation
Moorooka is a suburban residential area in Brisbane's south-west with limited heritage overlay. Most properties are post-war residential development from the mid-to-late 20th century with modest local significance heritage items clustered around the town centre. The area lacks formal conservation area designation typical of inner-city Brisbane suburbs.
Nearby Heritage Items