Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
169 Glen Holm Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Brisbane City Plan 2014
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Mitchelton is a well-established Brisbane suburb with a strong public primary school and clear zoning to Ferny Grove State Secondary College. Catholic and independent alternatives exist nearby, including St. Joseph's and several schools within 3–4 km. Families should confirm exact catchment details with QLD Schools Online.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Mitchelton are typically zoned for Mitchelton State School (primary) and Ferny Grove State Secondary College (secondary). Always verify current catchment boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Mitchelton State School
In catchmentLawnton State School
Ferny Grove State Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Mitchelton
St. Columban's College
Ashgrove State School
Brisbane State High School
Suncorp Junior School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
169 Glen Holm Street, Mitchelton is located in a residential suburb with moderate traffic flow. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while maintaining reasonable access to local amenities with generally manageable congestion outside peak hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Moderate congestion during morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours, particularly on Samford Road and main arterial routes. Local streets experience increased traffic but remain generally passable.
Public Transport
Mitchelton train station approximately 1.2km away, providing access to the Ferny Grove line. Bus services available within 400-600m radius on nearby main streets.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Mitchelton is situated within the Brisbane River catchment and lies partly within the Brisbane City Council flood overlay mapped to the 1% AEP (100-year) flood event. Properties in lower-lying areas adjacent to creeks draining toward the Brisbane River (including Enoggera Creek catchment tributaries) face moderate flood risk. Flood studies and council overlays require elevation and floodproofing measures for development in mapped zones.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor levels relative to Brisbane River PMF or 1% AEP design flood
- •Requirement for wet or dry floodproofing depending on ground floor use and flood depth
- •Development restricted in high-hazard zones; compliance with BCC flood-resistant design standards
- •Mandatory flood report and assessment by registered professional for new development in flood-affected area
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Mitchelton is a well-established inner-western Brisbane suburb with predominantly urban and suburban development, limiting bushfire risk exposure. While some scattered vegetation exists, the dense residential character and distance from significant bushland mean bushfire-prone area mapping typically excludes or assigns very low risk ratings to most properties. Standard construction practices are generally sufficient.
Crime & Safety
Mitchelton is a middle-ring Brisbane suburb with crime rates broadly consistent with Queensland averages. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage are the primary concerns, while violent crime remains moderate. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns typical for established residential areas in the Brisbane metropolitan region.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Mitchelton is experiencing moderate intensification driven by its proximity to rail infrastructure and state government housing-supply initiatives. The area shows a pipeline of mixed-use and residential developments centred on the station precinct and main commercial corridors, with incremental infill approvals typical of inner-ring Brisbane suburbs. Activity remains below high-growth centres but reflects steady demand for accessible, transit-oriented housing.
Mitchelton Station Precinct Activation
0.2 kmCouncil-led urban renewal around Mitchelton railway station focusing on higher-density residential and retail integration.
Determination: 2026
Local residential intensification DAs
0.5 kmMultiple dual-occupancy and small-scale multi-unit approvals on established residential streets near the station.
Samford Road commercial strip upgrade
0.8 kmStreetscape and shop-front improvements along the main commercial corridor with some infill commercial development.
Schools and community facility upgrades
1.2 kmBrisbane City Council planned facility upgrades and community space enhancements to support population growth.
Medium-density apartment building (recent DA)
0.6 km3–4 storey residential development near public transport nodes reflecting state-wide housing density push.
Heritage & Conservation
Mitchelton is a mid-20th century suburban residential area in Brisbane's north-west with limited heritage significance. While the suburb contains some heritage-listed early institutional buildings such as the state school and church, individual properties are rarely subject to heritage listing or conservation area overlays. Development in the area is primarily guided by standard planning controls rather than heritage restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items