Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
40 Ocean Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
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
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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 catchmentPort Lincoln Secondary School
In catchmentTauro純Christian College
Sacred Heart School, Port Lincoln
Lincoln High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
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.
Nearby Major Roads
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.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
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
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
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.
Crime & Safety
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
Future Development
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 kmTourism and residential mixed-use development targeting the CBD waterfront with retail, hospitality and residential components.
Determination: 2026
Tauroona Estate Residential Subdivision
3.2 kmMedium-density residential subdivision delivering approximately 80-100 allotments for detached and semi-detached housing.
Determination: 2025
Port Lincoln Hospital Campus Upgrade
2.1 kmHealth facilities expansion and modernisation project to support increased regional demand.
Determination: 2025
Eyre Peninsula Industrial Zone Extension
4.5 kmLight industrial and commercial precinct expansion to support aquaculture, fishing and agribusiness sectors.
Determination: 2026
Recent Residential DAs - Dorset Gardens
1.8 kmMultiple small-scale residential infill approvals in established suburbs targeting medium-density townhouse development.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
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