Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
14/28 Geographe Bay Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone R20
LEP: Shire of Augusta-Margaret River Town Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Dunsborough is a coastal suburb in the Margaret River region with Dunsborough Primary as its established public primary school and Naturaliste College nearby for secondary education. Catholic and independent alternatives are available in nearby Busselton. Parents should verify exact catchment boundaries with the Department of Education and Training WA.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Dunsborough are likely zoned for Dunsborough Primary School and Naturaliste College for secondary.
Nearby schools
Dunsborough Primary School
In catchmentNaturaliste College
In catchmentBusselton Senior High School
St Mary's Primary School, Busselton
St Catherine's Catholic College
Cape Naturaliste College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 14/28 Geographe Bay Road is located in Dunsborough's residential area with generally light traffic conditions. As a beachside suburb south of Perth, the area experiences moderate seasonal fluctuations with increased traffic during summer holidays and weekends.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Limited peak-hour congestion typical of regional areas. Summer holiday periods and weekends may see increased traffic to beaches and local attractions, but major congestion is uncommon. Local school traffic during term times causes minor fluctuations.
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest services are infrequent regional coach services. Dunsborough is primarily car-dependent with no regular local bus network. Closest taxi/ride-share services available but limited frequency in this regional location.
Public Transport
3 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: TransWA Bus Stop (South Bound) (0.3km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
TransWA Bus Stop (South Bound)
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TransWA Bus Stop (North Bound)
bus
Unnamed stop
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Flood Risk
Dunsborough is a coastal suburb in the South West of Western Australia with generally low flood risk from riverine sources, as it is not situated on a major flood-prone catchment comparable to Queensland or NSW examples. However, properties near the coast or low-lying areas may face minor storm surge or localised drainage issues during severe weather events. WA flood overlays are less comprehensively mapped than eastern states, and site-specific assessment is recommended for vulnerable locations.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission guidelines for development in flood-prone areas
- •Local water management and drainage requirements under City of Busselton planning scheme
- •Consideration of seasonal water table and groundwater influences in coastal areas
- •Potential storm surge and coastal inundation risk assessments for properties near coastline
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Dunsborough is a coastal locality in the Margaret River region of southwestern WA with moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to significant vegetation areas and undulating terrain. Properties here typically fall within BAL-12.5 zones under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Defensible space management and adherence to AS 3959 construction standards are recommended, particularly for properties on the urban fringe or near native vegetation.
Crime & Safety
Dunsborough is a coastal tourist and residential suburb in the South West region of Western Australia with crime rates generally below the state average. The suburb experiences typical seasonal fluctuations due to tourism, with property-related offences being the most common incident type. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with good community safety outcomes compared to state benchmarks.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Dunsborough is experiencing steady residential infill and staged subdivision development as a growing regional lifestyle and tourism destination in the South West. Council planning reflects a balance between preserving the town's character, accommodating population growth through residential estates, and enhancing tourism infrastructure tied to wine, beaches and natural attractions. Development activity is moderate, with approval pipelines focused on residential subdivision and mixed-use town centre renewal rather than high-density projects.
Dunsborough town centre mixed-use renewal
0 kmLocal planning for enhanced retail, hospitality and residential integration within the existing town centre precinct.
Residential subdivision - Dunsborough North
1.5 kmNew residential lots targeting mid-to-premium single dwelling development in northern expansion area.
Caves Road West Estate stage development
2 kmStaged residential subdivision creating new housing stock for families and downsizers in the broader Dunsborough region.
Local sports and community facilities upgrade
0.8 kmRegional sports facility and community hub improvements supporting growing residential and tourism populations.
Tourism and hospitality precinct development
1 kmBoutique accommodation, restaurant and wine-focused tourism facilities leveraging the region's wine and coastal attractions.
Heritage & Conservation
Dunsborough is a relatively modern coastal holiday town in the South West region of Western Australia, developed primarily from the mid-20th century onwards as a seaside resort. While the town has local heritage significance around early civic structures and the historic townsite precinct, most individual residential properties do not fall within a formal heritage conservation area or state-registered heritage listing. Development is generally unrestricted by heritage overlays except in the immediate vicinity of identified local heritage places.
Nearby Heritage Items