Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
4/16 Vaughn Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Brisbane City Plan 2014
Height Limit
2 storeys or 8.5m
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
West End is an inner-city Brisbane suburb with strong public schooling options, particularly Brisbane State High School (a highly selective secondary). Catholic and independent alternatives (St Mary's, St Paul's, Citipointe, Somerville House) are all within a few kilometres. Families should confirm current catchment zones directly with the QLD Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
West End is zoned for West End State School (primary) and Brisbane State High School (secondary); verify boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
West End State School
In catchmentSouth Brisbane State School
Brisbane State High School
In catchmentSt Mary's Catholic Primary School
Citipointe Christian College
St Paul's School
Somerville House
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
4/16 Vaughn Street in West End enjoys relatively light traffic conditions due to its location on a quiet residential street in an inner-city Brisbane suburb. The area is well-connected to major arterial routes but experiences typical urban congestion during peak hours, particularly on adjacent Milton Road and the South Bank Parkway approach.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours (7-9am and 4-6pm) see increased traffic on Milton Road and Vulture Street as commuters travel to Brisbane CBD and southern suburbs. Vaughn Street itself remains relatively clear but accessing major routes can experience delays during these periods.
Public Transport
Excellent - West End Station (South Bank rail line) approximately 400m away; multiple bus routes operate on Milton Road and Vulture Street within 200-300m; CityCat ferry terminal at South Bank approximately 600m distant
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
West End is situated on the inner-city bend of the Brisbane River and has experienced significant flood impacts in major events (notably 2011 and 1974 floods). The suburb falls within Brisbane City Council's Brisbane River flood overlay with high PMF risk, triggering strict planning controls and floor level requirements for most development.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor level requirements relative to the probable maximum flood (PMF) or design flood
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment for new development and material change of use
- •Restrictions on certain land uses in high-hazard areas; basement and underground parking limitations
- •Requirement for flood-compatible construction and wet/dry floodproofing measures
Bushfire Risk
West End is an inner-city suburb of Brisbane with dense residential and commercial development, minimal bushland, and no bushfire-prone area mapping under Queensland's SPP/SP3. This property is not subject to bushfire risk or BAL rating requirements.
Crime & Safety
West End is an inner-city Brisbane suburb with crime rates moderately above Queensland state averages, primarily driven by theft and assault incidents typical of densely populated urban areas. The suburb experiences regular overnight and weekend-related offences associated with its nightlife and hospitality precinct. Crime trends remain relatively stable with consistent police presence and community safety initiatives.
Total Incidents
4,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
West End remains a high-activity inner-city Brisbane precinct with strong residential infill pressure, riverfront activation projects, and heritage-to-residential conversions. The suburb benefits from proximity to South Brisbane's major urban renewal sites and good public transport connectivity, driving sustained medium-density apartment and mixed-use development approvals. Council DA pipelines reflect continued intensification rather than major greenfield expansion.
South Brisbane Riverside Precinct
1.2 kmLarge-scale riverfront redevelopment including residential towers, retail and public space along the Brisbane River.
Determination: 2025-2027
West End residential infill DA
0.3 kmMulti-storey residential development on former commercial or underutilised land within West End's town centre.
Kurilpa Point public realm upgrade
0.8 kmCouncil-led riverside parkland and access improvements enhancing pedestrian connectivity and waterfront activation.
Montague precinct intensification
1.5 kmMedium-density housing and mixed-use development targeting increased walkability and transit-oriented growth near public transport.
Local heritage commercial conversion
0.5 kmAdaptive reuse of heritage industrial or commercial buildings into residential apartments and ground-floor retail.
Heritage & Conservation
West End is an established inner-city Brisbane suburb with a significant heritage conservation area overlay, predominantly featuring late 19th and early 20th century workers' cottages, character Queenslander residences, and converted warehouses. The suburb's heritage character is strongly protected through local council overlays, with many individual properties subject to development restrictions. Properties typically attract heritage listing due to architectural significance, historic residential fabric, and contribution to the precinct's cultural landscape.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Retention of front fences and heritage fence lines
- •External colour schemes must be heritage-appropriate
- •Setbacks and building alignment must respect streetscape character
- •Original timber windows and joinery to be retained where practicable
- •Demolition or major alterations require heritage assessment
Nearby Heritage Items