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40 Ocean Avenue

Port Lincoln, SA 5606
4 bed 2 bath 4 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20269/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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GR

General Residential

LEP: Port Lincoln City Council Development Plan (Suburban Zone)

Height Limit

9m (or 2-3 storeys)

Min Lot Size

350m²

✅ Permitted Uses

DwellingResidential care facilityBed and breakfastHome occupationChild care centreCommunity use

❌ Prohibited Uses

Industrial useHigh-rise apartment developmentService stationNightclubManufacturing plantOffensive trade
Source: StMate AI — SA planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Port Lincoln is a regional SA city with two main public schools serving the community (primary and secondary). Catholic (Sacred Heart) and independent (Tauro Christian College) options provide alternatives. Most families use the public catchment schools, though independent choices exist for families seeking particular educational philosophies.

Likely public catchment

Properties in Port Lincoln are likely zoned for Port Lincoln Primary School (R–6) and Port Lincoln Secondary School (7–12); verify current catchment boundaries with the Department for Education SA.

Nearby schools

🎒

Port Lincoln Primary School

In catchment
primary · public
0.5 km
🎓

Port Lincoln Secondary School

In catchment
secondary · public
1.2 km
🏫

Tauro純Christian College

combined · independentLutheran affiliated, well-regarded regional school
2.1 km
🎒

Sacred Heart School, Port Lincoln

primary · catholicCatholic primary option in town centre
0.8 km
🎓

Lincoln High School

secondary · publicAlternative secondary public option
1.2 km

Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.

Source: StMate AI — SA schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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40 Ocean Avenue, Port Lincoln is located on a quiet residential street with minimal traffic congestion typical of regional South Australian areas. The property benefits from direct beach-side positioning with low-density residential traffic patterns.

Congestion Level:low

Nearby Major Roads

Ocean AvenueTasman ParadeMortlock ParadeLincoln Highway

Peak Hour Impact

Minimal peak-hour impact expected. Light traffic increases during morning and evening commute times, primarily affecting Lincoln Highway approach routes. Weekend beach-bound traffic may cause minor fluctuations during holiday periods.

Public Transport

Port Lincoln Transit bus services available within 400-500m. Limited frequency typical of regional South Australian towns. Nearest major transport hub is Port Lincoln Airport approximately 8km south.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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No public transport stops found within 1.5km.

Source: OpenStreetMap (fallback)06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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medium RiskZone: Eyre Peninsula Coastal Flood Zone / Spencer Gulf Tidal Influence

Port Lincoln is located on the Eyre Peninsula facing Spencer Gulf and experiences medium flood risk primarily from coastal storm surge, tidal inundation, and localised drainage issues rather than riverine flooding. While South Australia has less comprehensive flood study coverage than eastern states, Port Lincoln's exposed coastal position and low-lying waterfront precincts are subject to state-level flood and coastal hazard mapping under the PDC. Properties in proximity to the coastline and within identified storm surge zones warrant careful assessment of finished floor levels and structural resilience.

Planning Controls

  • SA Planning and Design Code (PDC) flood and coastal hazard overlays
  • Consideration of storm surge and tidal inundation risk from Spencer Gulf
  • Freeboard and finished floor level requirements for new development in identified flood-prone areas
  • Coastal hazard setback distances and land division constraints
Source: StMate AI — SA flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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moderate Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-19

Vegetation Category: Scattered woodland and native vegetation typical of Eyre Peninsula, with mallee scrubland and coastal heathland in surrounding areas

Port Lincoln, located on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, experiences moderate bushfire risk due to proximity to native vegetation and the semi-arid landscape characteristic of the region. The town's coastal position provides some natural protection, but the surrounding mallee and scrubland vegetation, combined with hot, dry conditions and strong winds common to the peninsula, warrant consideration of BAL-19 construction standards. Properties should be designed and maintained with appropriate vegetation management and defensible space protocols.

Source: StMate AI — SA bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Port Lincoln experiences moderate crime rates consistent with regional South Australian centres of similar size. Property crime, particularly theft and malicious damage, comprises the majority of reported incidents. Crime levels have remained relatively stable over recent years with no significant escalation or improvement in major categories.

Total Incidents

4,200

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
890
Assault
520
Break and enter
340
Motor vehicle theft
180
Malicious damage
410
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Port Lincoln shows steady but modest development activity driven by regional tourism growth, aquaculture industry expansion, and healthcare infrastructure investment. Development is concentrated around the CBD waterfront precinct and established residential areas, with limited large-scale greenfield subdivision activity. The region's growth is constrained by geography and population size, with activity reflecting regional service centre priorities rather than metropolitan sprawl dynamics.

Port Lincoln Waterfront Precinct Redevelopment

0.5 km
Mixed-useProposed

Tourism and residential mixed-use development targeting the CBD waterfront with retail, hospitality and residential components.

Determination: 2026

Tauroona Estate Residential Subdivision

3.2 km
Residential subdivisionUnder construction

Medium-density residential subdivision delivering approximately 80-100 allotments for detached and semi-detached housing.

Determination: 2025

Port Lincoln Hospital Campus Upgrade

2.1 km
InfrastructureApproved

Health facilities expansion and modernisation project to support increased regional demand.

Determination: 2025

Eyre Peninsula Industrial Zone Extension

4.5 km
IndustrialProposed

Light industrial and commercial precinct expansion to support aquaculture, fishing and agribusiness sectors.

Determination: 2026

Recent Residential DAs - Dorset Gardens

1.8 km
ResidentialApproved

Multiple small-scale residential infill approvals in established suburbs targeting medium-density townhouse development.

Determination: 2024-2025

Source: StMate AI — SA development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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🏛️ Heritage ListedConservation Area

Port Lincoln's historic town centre contains a collection of 19th and early 20th-century commercial and civic buildings reflecting its importance as a major South Australian port. The central business district and waterfront precinct benefit from heritage conservation area protections. Properties within the heritage overlay typically face restrictions on external alterations and demolition to preserve the established character.

⚠️ Restrictions

  • Alterations to facades and verandahs require council approval
  • Demolition of contributory buildings restricted
  • New infill development must respect heritage streetscape character
  • Original windows and doors should be retained or sympathetically replaced

Nearby Heritage Items

Port Lincoln Hotellocal
0.5 km
Christ Church Anglicanlocal
0.8 km
Port Lincoln Post Officelocal
0.6 km
Lincoln Cove Historic Precinctlocal
1.2 km
Lady Nelson Passenger Vessel (Museum)state
1.5 km
Source: StMate AI — SA heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.