Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
2/837 Old Cleveland Road
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
Carina is a well-serviced inner-south Brisbane suburb with Carina State School as the local primary and Mansfield State High School as the likely secondary catchment. Catholic and independent alternatives are available within 2–4 km. Strong public school presence supports a range of family choices.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Carina are typically zoned for Carina State School (primary) and Mansfield State High School (secondary); however, catchment boundaries should be verified with the QLD Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Carina State School
In catchmentCannon Hill State School
Mansfield State High School
In catchmentSt. Agatha's Catholic Primary School
St. Paul's School
Mount Gravatt State High School
Morningside State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
The property at 2/837 Old Cleveland Road is located on a major arterial road in Carina with moderate traffic flow throughout the day. This is a well-established residential area with direct access to one of Brisbane's key thoroughfares connecting the inner south to outer suburbs.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Old Cleveland Road experiences increased congestion during morning (7-9am) and afternoon (4-6pm) peak hours, particularly southbound during AM peak and northbound during PM peak. Traffic typically flows reasonably well outside these periods.
Public Transport
Excellent public transport access. Carina railway station is approximately 800m away (10-minute walk), providing regular service on the Cleveland Line. Multiple bus routes operate along Old Cleveland Road directly adjacent to the property.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Carina is located within the Brisbane River catchment and falls within Brisbane City Council's 1% AEP (100-year) flood overlay. The suburb experienced significant inundation during the January 2011 floods. Properties in Carina are subject to standard Queensland flood-affected property controls, with development restrictions and building requirements based on proximity to the Brisbane River.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Brisbane City Council flood-affected property development controls
- •Finished floor level requirements typically 300 mm above the 1% AEP flood level
- •Potential requirement for flood-resistant construction materials and wet-floodproofing in lower storeys
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Carina is a Brisbane inner-eastern suburb with predominantly residential and commercial development, situated in a lower bushfire-prone area under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. While some eucalyptus trees and bushland fragments exist in pockets, the suburb's urban character and distance from major bushland interfaces result in a low bushfire risk profile. Standard building practices apply; BAL assessment and SPP compliance are unlikely to be triggered.
Crime & Safety
Carina is a suburban Brisbane locality with crime rates generally consistent with Queensland state averages. Property crimes including theft and malicious damage represent the majority of reported incidents, while violent crimes occur at moderate levels. The area has maintained relatively stable crime conditions over recent years without significant escalation or improvement trends.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Carina is experiencing steady medium-density residential infill driven by Brisbane City Council's urban consolidation policies and proximity to the inner south-east. Development activity centres on dual occupancy approvals, townhouse subdivisions, and local commercial precinct upgrades rather than major greenfield projects. Infrastructure improvements in education and transport connectivity are supporting incremental residential densification across the suburb.
Carina Heights residential infill
0.5 kmMedium-density residential infill development targeting older housing stock replacement in established suburbs.
Determination: 2025
Local shopping precinct upgrades
1.2 kmRetail and commercial renewal along main shopping strips with minor residential components.
Carina state school expansion
0.8 kmEducation facility expansion to support growing local residential population.
Brisbane inner-southeast transport corridor
2.5 kmRegional transport and active transport connectivity improvements supporting medium-density urban consolidation.
Dual occupancy infill projects
0.3 kmMultiple small-scale dual occupancy and townhouse DAs responding to Brisbane's infill housing targets.
Heritage & Conservation
Carina is a suburban residential area in Brisbane's south-east with modest heritage significance. A small number of early 20th-century buildings including the local church and school have local heritage value, but the suburb lacks a formal conservation area overlay. Most properties are post-1950s suburban dwellings without individual heritage listing.
Nearby Heritage Items