Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
34 Lakeside Terrace
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential R20
LEP: Shire of Waroona Local Planning Scheme No. 2
Height Limit
2 storeys / 8.5m
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Preston Beach is a coastal suburb in the Rockingham region with a dedicated public primary school on-site. Secondary options include well-established public schools in nearby Rockingham and Baldivis, plus Catholic alternatives like Kolbe. The area offers a mix of public and Catholic schooling within easy reach.
Likely public catchment
Preston Beach properties are likely zoned for Preston Beach Primary School (primary) and typically feed to either Rockingham Senior High School or Baldivis Secondary College (secondary). Verify with the WA Department of Education's School Catchment Map.
Nearby schools
Preston Beach Primary School
In catchmentRockingham Senior High School
In catchmentBaldivis Secondary College
In catchmentSt Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Kolbe Catholic College
Jarrahdale Primary School
Safety Bay Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
34 Lakeside Terrace in Preston Beach is a residential coastal location with generally light traffic conditions typical of a suburban beach area. The property benefits from quiet local streets with moderate traffic primarily during weekend beach visitation periods.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal weekday peak-hour impact due to residential nature. Weekend and summer holiday periods see increased traffic from beach visitors accessing Preston Beach, particularly during midday and late afternoon.
Public Transport
Limited public transport proximity. Nearest services are several kilometers away in Mandurah. Private vehicle access is essential for this coastal location.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
Preston Beach is a coastal locality in Western Australia with low riverine flood risk, as it is not situated within a major flood-prone catchment comparable to eastern Australian rivers. However, properties in this area should be assessed for coastal hazards including storm surge and wave action during severe weather events. Standard WA planning and building controls apply, with emphasis on stormwater management and coastal resilience.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission guidance on flood-prone areas and water management
- •Local council flood risk assessment requirements for development approvals
- •Mandatory consideration of proximity to the Indian Ocean and coastal storm surge hazards
- •Stormwater management and drainage design standards under WA Building Code
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Preston Beach is a coastal locality in the south-west of Western Australia with moderate-to-low bushfire risk due to its proximity to the Indian Ocean and relatively limited surrounding heavy vegetation. While the area has native bushland and is within a bushfire-prone area mapping zone, coastal exposure and typical vegetation patterns result in a low BAL rating. Properties should still maintain defensible space and comply with WA building standards, but risk is considerably lower than inland or heavily forested regions.
Crime & Safety
Preston Beach is a small coastal locality in Western Australia with crime rates generally below state averages, reflecting its quiet residential character. Property-related offences such as theft comprise the largest category, consistent with patterns in regional beach communities. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions with low levels of violent offences compared to metropolitan areas.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Preston Beach is a small coastal locality in the Shire of Waroona with limited development activity, primarily consisting of minor infill residential approvals and foreshore management projects. Development pressure remains low relative to major Peel region centres, with growth concentrated in nearby Mandurah and established towns. Council focus is on maintaining coastal amenity and supporting small-scale residential intensification within existing village boundaries.
Preston Beach foreshore reserve upgrades
0.5 kmShire of Waroona coastal management and recreational amenity improvements including beach access and parking upgrades.
Residential infill approvals - Preston Beach village
0.3 kmSmall-scale residential lot subdivisions and infill dwelling approvals within existing Preston Beach residential precincts.
Waroona town centre renewal
8 kmShire of Waroona strategic initiatives for town centre consolidation and mixed-use development in nearby Waroona.
Coastal residential estates - surrounding localities
12 kmGreenfield residential estates across Peel region localities with continued demand for coastal and semi-rural residential lots.
Heritage & Conservation
Preston Beach is a small coastal locality in the Waroona Shire with limited formal heritage listings or conservation overlays. The area is primarily characterised by modern residential and recreational development rather than historic heritage fabric. Local significance is mainly associated with the natural coastal environment and reserve management rather than built heritage.
Nearby Heritage Items