Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
17 Wallsend Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential R20
LEP: Shire of Collie Local Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Collie is a regional town in south-west WA with Collie Primary and Secondary College serving as the core public schools. A Catholic primary option (St Joseph's) is available locally. Families should verify exact catchment boundaries with the WA Department of Education, as rural zones can have specific boundaries.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Collie are zoned to Collie Primary School and Collie Secondary College as the main public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Collie Primary School
In catchmentCollie Secondary College
In catchmentSt Joseph's Primary School
Darkan Primary School
Boddington Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
17 Wallsend Street, Collie is located in a regional town with generally light traffic conditions typical of a regional Western Australian centre. The property benefits from being on a quiet residential street with manageable traffic flow throughout the day.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact. As a regional town of approximately 8,000 residents, Collie experiences light traffic congestion. Some increased activity occurs during school and work commute times, but delays are minimal and do not significantly affect residential streets like Wallsend Street.
Public Transport
Public transport in Collie is limited. The nearest regular coach services operate on main routes such as Forrest Highway. Local bus services are minimal. Distance to nearest transport hub is approximately 1-2km from this residential address.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Collie is located in the South West region of WA with a low to moderate flood risk profile. The town sits within the Collie River catchment, which has experienced historical flooding but is not classified as a high-risk area under current WA planning overlays. Most residential and commercial properties are situated on elevated terrain with limited flood-prone lowland exposure, though properties adjacent to the Collie River and near creek lines warrant site-specific flood risk assessment.
Planning Controls
- •Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) Flood Risk Management guidelines
- •Local water management strategy compliance for Collie River catchment
- •Consideration of historical flood records from Collie River and tributaries
- •Development setback requirements from watercourse corridors
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-29
Collie is located in a bushfire-prone area of Western Australia with significant vegetation hazard from surrounding native forests and woodlands. The town sits in elevated terrain with moderate to dense vegetation, placing most properties at BAL-29 risk level. Properties in Collie should comply with AS 3959 construction standards for BAL-29, including ember-resistant design and vegetation clearance measures.
Crime & Safety
Collie, a regional town in Western Australia's South West, experiences crime rates below the state average, reflecting typical patterns for smaller provincial communities. Property-related offences such as theft constitute the largest crime category, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains a stable crime trend with consistent enforcement presence from local police services.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Collie is a heritage-significant regional town in southwest WA experiencing modest, consolidated development activity focused on town centre revitalisation, infill residential and diversification away from historical coal industry. Development is primarily council-led or small-scale private, with emphasis on community infrastructure, aged care and light industrial uses rather than high-density growth. Activity levels remain low-to-moderate reflecting the town's regional status and economic transition.
Collie town centre revitalisation
0 kmCouncil-led streetscape and mixed-use development focusing on heritage retention and activation of the historic town centre.
Residential infill - Throssell Street precinct
0.5 kmSmall-scale infill residential development in established suburb targeting local demand and consolidation.
Collie River foreshore improvement
1 kmLocal government project improving riverside recreation facilities, walking trails and environmental management.
Industrial zoning transition - Business Park extension
2 kmExpansion of light industrial and business park facilities to support regional economic diversification beyond heritage coal mining.
Aged care and community services facility
1.5 kmRegional aged care and health services development responding to demographic ageing in rural southwest Western Australia.
Heritage & Conservation
Collie is a regional heritage town in Western Australia with significant coal mining and industrial heritage. The town centre and surrounds contain state-listed heritage places including the railway station, power station, and mining infrastructure reflecting its 19th-20th century resource development history. Properties within heritage conservation areas may face development restrictions and require approval for external modifications.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Approval required for alterations to heritage-listed buildings
- •Mining heritage landscape constraints on development
- •Setback and design requirements in heritage conservation zones
- •Protection of significant trees and landscape features
Nearby Heritage Items