Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
157/160 Bagnall Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Brisbane City Plan 2014
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Ellen Grove is a western Brisbane suburb with a straightforward public catchment arrangement centred on Ellen Grove State School and Summergrove State Secondary College. A handful of Catholic and alternative public options lie within 5 km, offering choice for families. Always confirm current catchment boundaries via the QLD Schools Catchment Map.
Likely public catchment
Ellen Grove is zoned for Ellen Grove State School (primary) and Summergrove State Secondary College (secondary); verify catchment with QLD Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Ellen Grove State School
In catchmentSomersby State School
Darra State School
Summergrove State Secondary College
In catchmentSt Columban's Catholic Primary School
Karawatha State School
Corinda State High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 157/160 Bagnall Street, Ellen Grove is located in a suburban area with moderate accessibility to major arterial routes. Traffic conditions are generally light to moderate, with typical suburban congestion patterns during peak hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (5-7pm) peak hours experience increased traffic on Khyber Pass Road and Fairfield Road as commuters travel to/from Brisbane CBD. Local streets see elevated residential traffic during these periods.
Public Transport
Ellen Grove railway station is approximately 600-800m away, providing access to the South West railway line with regular services to Brisbane CBD and Ipswich line connections.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Woogaroo St at Lochwood Ave (0.7km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Woogaroo St at Lochwood Ave
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Grand Ave West near Centennial Way
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Grand Ave West near Centennial Way
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Lochwood Ave at Jindabyne Cct
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Grand Ave at Grand Avenue School
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Grand Ave at Grand Avenue School
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Lochwood Ave at Broadwater Way
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Lochwood Ave at Lochwood Broadwater
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Grand Ave at Grand Avenue Lake
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Grand Ave at Grand Avenue Lake
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Flood Risk
Ellen Grove is located in Brisbane's inner-western suburbs and falls within the Brisbane River floodplain, placing it in a medium flood-risk category. The suburb has experienced historical flood impacts from Brisbane River inundation events. Development in Ellen Grove is subject to Brisbane City Council's flood overlay mapping and associated planning scheme provisions that mandate flood-mitigation measures for new and substantially altered buildings.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor level requirements relative to the probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP event
- •Flood impact assessment and management plans for development in flood-affected areas
- •Restrictions on certain land uses (e.g. vulnerable facilities) within designated flood zones
- •Mandatory flood-resistant construction standards and elevated structures where applicable
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Ellen Grove is a suburban locality in Brisbane's western fringe with mixed urban and semi-rural character. Bushfire risk is generally low due to relatively fragmented vegetation patterns and urban density, though some properties on the periphery near bushland or grassland may warrant closer assessment. Properties should be checked against the current QLD Bushfire Prone Area mapping and local council planning overlays for precise BAL determination.
Crime & Safety
Ellen Grove is a residential suburb in Brisbane's southern region with crime rates consistent with Queensland averages. Property crimes including theft and malicious damage represent the majority of incidents, while violent crimes remain relatively contained. Overall crime conditions reflect a typical outer suburban profile with stable year-on-year trends.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Ellen Grove is experiencing moderate infill residential development typical of established Ipswich West suburbs, with incremental intensification through dual occupancies, small subdivisions and low-rise apartments. Council infrastructure upgrades are enabling gradual population growth, while local centre activation and riparian works reflect evolving place-making priorities. Development activity remains conservative relative to growth corridors but reflects steady demand for affordable family housing in the Ipswich region.
Ellen Grove Local Centre Activation
0.5 kmPotential upgrade of local shopping precinct with retail, community facilities and medium-density residential component aligned with Ipswich City Council activity centre strategy.
Ellen Grove Residential Infill DAs
0.3 kmMultiple small-scale residential subdivision and dual occupancy approvals reflecting gradual infill intensification in established suburbs west of Brisbane.
Ipswich West Infrastructure Corridor
2 kmStaged water, sewerage and transport network upgrades across Ipswich West region to support increased residential capacity and service connectivity.
Riparian Corridor and Bushland Reserve Works
1.5 kmEnvironmental rehabilitation and public access improvements to local waterway corridors as part of broader Ipswich sustainability framework.
Medium-Density Housing DAs
0.8 kmScattered 3-4 storey multi-unit residential approvals responding to regional housing demand and proximity to Ipswich employment and transport nodes.
Heritage & Conservation
Ellen Grove is a post-war outer suburban residential area in Brisbane's inner-west with minimal heritage designation. The suburb itself contains few individually listed heritage properties, though nearby Graceville and surrounding areas have scattered early-to-mid 20th century heritage items of local significance. Most properties are typical mid-century residential stock without formal heritage protection.
Nearby Heritage Items