Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
4/7 First Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential R20
LEP: City of Melville Town Planning Scheme No. 4
Height Limit
10.5m
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Applecross is well-served by its established public catchment schools (primary and secondary), with several Catholic and independent options nearby. The area offers diverse schooling pathways within a 5 km radius, making it attractive for families seeking quality education options across all sectors.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Applecross are zoned for Applecross Primary School and Applecross Senior High School. Verify catchment boundaries with the WA Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Applecross Primary School
In catchmentApplecross Senior High School
In catchmentCanning River Catholic College
St. Stephen's School
Scotch College
Penrhos College
Willetton Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
4/7 First Avenue in Applecross is located in a residential area with good access to major arterial roads. Traffic conditions are generally moderate with some congestion during peak hours due to proximity to the Fremantle-Perth corridor.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour congestion occurs on Canning Highway (7-9am and 4-6pm) with traffic flow toward Perth CBD and Fremantle areas. Local street traffic increases during school drop-off/pick-up times.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-500m from Applecross train station (Transperth); multiple bus routes serve the Applecross area with stops within 300-400m
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Canning Bridge Station Stand 3 (0.8km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Canning Bridge Station Stand 3
bus
Canning Bridge Station Stand 2
bus
Canning Bridge Station Stand 4
bus
Canning Bridge
train
Canning Bridge Station Stand 1
bus
Kintail Rd After Stack L
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Kintail Rd After Stack L
bus
Canning Hwy Before Robert St
bus
Matheson Rd After Kintail Rd
bus
Matheson Rd Before Kintail Rd
bus
Flood Risk
Applecross is a suburban locality in Perth's southeastern metropolitan area with no major river systems or known flood-prone catchments directly affecting it. While the Swan-Canning system is present in the broader Perth region, Applecross does not fall within documented high-risk flood overlays. Low-intensity rainfall and stormwater flooding remain minor considerations under standard WA planning frameworks.
Planning Controls
- •Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) flood risk assessment guidelines
- •Local planning scheme provisions for water management and drainage
- •Perth metropolitan area stormwater management requirements
- •Potential consideration of Indian Ocean coastal/rainfall flooding in broader metro context
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Applecross is a well-established inner suburb of Perth located on the Swan River, characterised by dense residential development with manicured gardens and street trees. The suburb is not mapped as bushfire-prone under WA DFES mapping, and natural vegetation is minimal. Bushfire risk is low due to the urban setting, distance from significant bushland, and limited fuel loads typical of metropolitan Perth.
Crime & Safety
Applecross is an affluent Perth suburb with crime rates significantly below Western Australian averages. Property-related offences such as theft and malicious damage represent the majority of incidents, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains stable crime conditions typical of well-established residential areas with strong community engagement.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Applecross exhibits moderate, steady infill development typical of established inner-ring Perth suburbs, with incremental residential intensification through dual occupancy and smaller apartment projects. Activity is concentrated around local centres and transport corridors, supported by infrastructure upgrades and community facility enhancements. Limited large-scale renewal compared to fringe growth corridors, reflecting the suburb's mature character and heritage consideration.
Applecross Residential Infill
0 kmIncremental residential infill and knockdown-rebuild activity across established suburbs targeting dual occupancy and land consolidation.
Determination: Ongoing
Canning River Mixed-Use Precinct
1.5 kmLong-term waterfront activation and mixed-use development concept near Canning River reserves with potential for local retail and residential components.
Melville Local Centre Renewal
2 kmTown centre activation and streetscape improvements within adjacent Melville with incremental commercial and residential intensification around main thoroughfares.
Secondary School Precinct Enhancement
1 kmEducational facility upgrades and associated open space improvements serving the local secondary school network across the broader Melville area.
Applecross Apartment Building (Recent DA)
0.5 kmMedium-density residential apartment project targeting empty-nester and downsizer demographic within walking distance of local amenities.
Regional POS and Drainage Upgrade
2 kmStormwater and open space infrastructure improvements supporting broader urban water management and public realm initiatives.
Heritage & Conservation
Applecross is an inner-Perth riverside suburb with significant heritage character, featuring colonial-era residences and a notable heritage conservation area. Several state-listed properties reflect the suburb's 19th-century origins as a riverside settlement. Most properties are likely subject to local heritage overlays or conservation area controls that restrict major external modifications.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Heritage Council approval required for external alterations to listed properties
- •Demolition generally prohibited without consent
- •Tree preservation requirements in some areas
- •Development guidelines requiring sympathetic design in conservation areas
Nearby Heritage Items