Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
182 Majura Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
RZ1
Residential Zone 1
LEP: ACT Planning and Development Act 2007 Territory Plan
FSR
0.6:1
Height Limit
12m or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Ainslie is a well-established inner-north Canberra suburb with good access to public schooling via its local primary and the nearby Canberra High School catchment. Independent and Catholic alternatives (Radford College, St. Edmund College) are within easy reach. The area offers a solid mix of conventional public options and selective/faith-based alternatives within a compact radius.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Ainslie are most likely zoned for Ainslie Primary School (primary) and Canberra High School (secondary); always verify with the ACT Education Directorate.
Nearby schools
Ainslie Primary School
In catchmentDickson Primary School
Canberra High School
In catchmentRadford College
Canberra Catholic Primary School
St. Edmund College
Campbell Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
182 Majura Avenue is located in Ainslie, a residential suburb with generally moderate traffic flow. The property benefits from good connectivity to major arterial routes while maintaining relatively quiet local street conditions.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am and 4-6pm) experience moderate congestion on Northbourne Avenue and Federal Highway approaches, with local Majura Avenue traffic remaining relatively light. Commuter traffic flows towards the CBD and northern suburbs during these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 200-300 metres to nearest bus stop on Majura Avenue or Antill Street, serviced by ACTION buses with regular connections to Canberra City Centre and surrounding suburbs.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Ainslie is a well-drained inner-north suburb of Canberra with elevated topography and no major waterway overlap. Flood risk is low, though minor localised flooding from intense rainfall or drainage capacity constraints is possible in low-lying pockets. ACT-wide flood planning overlays and catchment studies apply, but Ainslie is not identified within a major mapped flood extent.
Planning Controls
- •ACT Flood Risk Management Strategy and associated planning guidelines
- •Assessment against PMF (Probable Maximum Flood) and 1% AEP flood levels for relevant catchments
- •Consideration of overland flow paths and local drainage constraints
- •Requirements for flood resilience in new development within identified risk areas
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Ainslie is a hilly inner-north suburb of Canberra with moderate bushfire risk due to its elevated position, surrounding eucalyptus woodlands, and proximity to the Canberra Nature Park. While not in a high-risk fringe area, the suburb's topography and vegetation mean properties—particularly those on slopes or with bushland interfaces—should meet BAL-19 construction standards. Risk is significantly lower than ACT rural or outer suburban areas but higher than central Canberra suburbs.
Crime & Safety
Ainslie is a well-established Canberra suburb with crime rates below the ACT average, reflecting its character as a residential area with strong community engagement. Property crimes such as theft and malicious damage represent the primary concerns, while violent crime remains relatively low. Overall crime trends have remained stable with no significant increases over recent years.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Ainslie is experiencing moderate infill development pressure as an inner-north suburb with town centre renewal potential and proximity to employment corridors. Development activity focuses on medium-density residential and mixed-use projects within the town centre, supported by broader ACT planning policies favouring inner-suburb intensification. Infrastructure connectivity initiatives may further catalyse residential growth in coming years.
Ainslie Village Mixed-Use Renewal
0.2 kmTown centre revitalisation incorporating retail, residential apartments and public realm improvements along Limestone Avenue.
Residential Infill - Multi-unit Housing
0.5 kmMedium-density multi-unit residential development on underutilised sites within walking distance of Ainslie shops.
Dickson Precinct Urban Renewal
1.2 kmBroader town centre activation with new residential, commercial and community facilities in adjacent Dickson.
Canberra City to Gungahlin Transport Corridor
1.5 kmLight rail or rapid transit planning affecting development patterns across inner-north precincts including Ainslie.
Residential DA - Townhouse Development
0.8 kmInfill townhouse project on consolidated residential land responding to medium-density growth targets.
Heritage & Conservation
Ainslie is an inner-north Canberra suburb with established heritage character, featuring early-to-mid 20th century residential and community buildings. The suburb is protected under a heritage conservation overlay that encourages retention of character properties and compatible infill development. Several local landmarks including schools and churches contribute to the area's historical significance.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage overlay or conservation area approval required for external alterations
- •Demolition of contributory buildings restricted
- •New infill development must respect streetscape character and setbacks
- •Fencing and landscaping modifications may require heritage approval
Nearby Heritage Items