Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
12 Macdougal Way
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential R20
LEP: City of Armadale Local Planning Scheme No. 4
Height Limit
11m (or 3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Harrisdale is a growing south-eastern Perth suburb with good access to its own dedicated public primary and secondary colleges. Catholic and independent options are available within short distances. Parents should verify current catchment boundaries with the WA Department of Education and Training, as boundaries can change.
Likely public catchment
Harrisdale is zoned for Harrisdale Primary School and Harrisdale Secondary College as the primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Harrisdale Primary School
In catchmentHarrisdale Secondary College
In catchmentArmadale Secondary College
St Anthony's Primary School
Aquinas College
Brookfield International School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
12 Macdougal Way in Harrisdale is located in a suburban residential area with moderate traffic flow during peak hours. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial routes while maintaining relatively quiet local street conditions.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9 AM, 4-6 PM) see increased traffic on Anstey Road and approach routes to South Western Highway. Local residential streets remain relatively clear but experience brief congestion when commuters use them as through-routes.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600m to nearest bus stops on Anstey Road/Jandakot Road (Perth Metro services). No direct train station access; nearest Transperth station is approximately 4km away at Harrisdale or Armadale.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Harrisdale is located in the Perth metropolitan area on relatively elevated terrain within the Armadale region, with no major flood-prone rivers or formal flood overlays identified. While the area experiences typical Western Australian summer thunderstorms and seasonal drainage considerations, historical flood events have not substantially affected this suburb. Development is primarily subject to standard WA stormwater and local drainage controls rather than specific flood study overlays.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission flood risk assessment requirements for development near minor watercourses
- •Local water management and drainage compliance under City of Armadale planning scheme
- •Potential geotechnical constraints related to seasonal water table fluctuations in the Pinjarra Plain
- •Stormwater management and on-site detention requirements for new subdivisions
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Harrisdale is a Perth metropolitan suburb with predominantly residential development and limited native bushland, resulting in low bushfire risk. While located on the urban fringe of the Perth basin, the area lacks the heavy vegetation and topographical complexity typical of higher-risk zones. Properties in Harrisdale are unlikely to fall within a designated Bushfire Prone Area mapping zone under DFES WA mapping.
Crime & Safety
Harrisdale is a developing suburban area in Perth's outer southeast with crime rates generally below Western Australian averages. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter constitute the majority of incidents, reflecting patterns typical of growth corridors. Community safety conditions remain relatively stable with police presence supporting residential and commercial activity.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Harrisdale is experiencing steady infill residential development typical of outer-Perth suburbs, with incremental lot subdivisions and dual-dwelling approvals. Nearby Armadale and Langford precincts are driving broader corridor growth with mixed-use renewal and large-scale estates. Infrastructure upgrades and local neighbourhood commercial development are supporting this gradual densification pattern.
Harrisdale residential infill DAs
0 kmScattered residential lot subdivisions and single/dual dwelling approvals across Harrisdale contributing to incremental infill development.
Determination: 2024-2026
Armadale activity centre renewal
3 kmArmadale City Council planning for town centre intensification with residential, retail and civic uses near rail station.
Determination: 2025-2027
Langford residential growth corridor
4 kmLarge-scale residential estate development in adjacent Langford precinct with staged housing releases.
Determination: 2025-2028
Regional road and transport upgrades
2 kmPlanned local road upgrades and potential public transport improvements to support growing south-eastern corridor.
Determination: 2024-2026
Local neighbourhood retail/commercial
1 kmSmall-scale neighbourhood centre and local commercial approvals supporting residential growth in Harrisdale.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Harrisdale is a modern outer-suburban locality in Perth's southeastern suburbs, developed primarily from the 1980s onwards. The area itself contains no formal heritage listings or conservation overlays, reflecting its post-war residential character. Nearby heritage significance is concentrated in the adjacent historic town of Kelmscott, approximately 4 km away.
Nearby Heritage Items