Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
3 Walnut Court
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Scenic Rim Regional Council Planning Scheme 2020
Height Limit
2 storeys / 8.5m
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Macleay Island is a small residential island community in Moreton Bay with its own primary school on-site. Secondary students typically attend Wellington Point State High School on the mainland. Independent and Catholic alternatives are accessible by ferry/vehicle, with Ormiston College being a popular nearby independent choice.
Likely public catchment
Macleay Island residents are likely zoned for Macleay Island State School (primary) and Wellington Point State High School (secondary), though island-specific catchment rules may apply—verify with Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Macleay Island State School
In catchmentStradbroke State School
Dunwich State School
Thornlands State School
Wellington Point State High School
In catchmentOrmiston College
St. Helena Secondary College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Macleay Island is a small island locality in Moreton Bay with limited road infrastructure and minimal through-traffic. The property on Walnut Court experiences very light traffic conditions typical of a residential island community with seasonal fluctuations.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact. Traffic volumes are consistently light due to the island's small population and limited vehicle access. Weekend leisure traffic may cause slight increases during holiday periods.
Public Transport
No bus services on Macleay Island. Nearest ferry terminal approximately 800m-1km, providing passenger access to Brisbane and other Moreton Bay islands. Vehicle access to mainland via barge services available.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Macleay Island is located in Moreton Bay within the Brisbane River and Bremer River catchment system and experiences significant flood risk from both riverine and tidal inundation. The island sits in a low-lying, flood-prone area with extensive state-based overlay coverage; development is tightly controlled and typically requires elevated structures and comprehensive flood-proofing measures. Historical flood events, including the 2010–2011 Queensland floods, have affected the region, making flood-risk assessment essential for any property transaction or development.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor levels typically 1–2 m above the probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP flood level
- •Restricted or prohibited development in high-hazard flood zones; exemptions for essential services and compatible uses
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment and hydraulic modelling for new development
- •On-site stormwater management and detention to mitigate local drainage impacts
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Macleay Island, located in Moreton Bay southeast of Brisbane, carries low bushfire risk due to its island geography, relatively limited dense vegetation, and established residential character. While the island has some eucalypt trees and bushland pockets, the surrounding water bodies and fragmented vegetation patterns significantly reduce bushfire threat compared to mainland fringe-rural areas. Properties are unlikely to fall within Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping for this locality.
Crime & Safety
Macleay Island is a small island community in Queensland with crime rates considerably below state averages, reflecting its low-density residential character. Property-related offences such as theft and malicious damage are the most prevalent categories. The area maintains relatively stable crime patterns typical of regional island communities with strong community engagement.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Macleay Island, located in Scenic Rim Regional Council, experiences modest, localized residential activity dominated by private renovations and maintenance rather than major development. Infrastructure upgrades remain council-led priorities to support existing island population. Nearby growth precincts in the Jimboomba and Southbank corridors attract most regional development activity, with the island itself remaining a low-density, lifestyle-focused community.
Macleay Island Local Infrastructure Upgrades
0 kmStaged council-led improvements to water supply, sewerage treatment and road maintenance across the island community.
Residential lot subdivision DA
0.5 kmSmall-scale residential land division on acreage properties, typical of Scenic Rim and Bayside peri-urban patterns.
Scenic Rim Regional Council DA Pipeline (Southbank/Jimboomba corridor)
8 kmRegional growth corridor focus on residential estates and retail development in nearby towns rather than direct island activity.
Waterfront property renovations and extensions
0 kmScattered private dwelling upgrades and minor extensions on waterfront and island residential properties.
Heritage & Conservation
Macleay Island is a modern residential island community in Redland Bay with limited formal heritage listings. The area has modest local heritage interest relating to its mid-20th century island settlement pattern and proximity to Brisbane River, but lacks designated conservation overlays or state-level heritage protection.
Nearby Heritage Items