Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
413 San Fernando Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Gold Coast City Plan 2016
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Worongary benefits from a local primary school and feeds into Tallebudgera State College as the secondary catchment. The area has good access to nearby Catholic and independent options within the Gold Coast region, offering families diverse schooling choices within 5 km.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Worongary are typically zoned for Worongary State School (primary) and Tallebudgera State College (secondary); verification with the QLD Department of Education is essential.
Nearby schools
Worongary State School
In catchmentTallebudgera Valley State School
Tallebudgera State College
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Lutheran College
St. Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Ashmore State School
Southport School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
413 San Fernando Drive in Worongary experiences generally light to moderate traffic conditions typical of this residential Gold Coast suburb. The area benefits from good connectivity to major arterial roads while maintaining a quiet, suburban character.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am and 4-6pm) may see moderate increases in local traffic as residents commute to employment centers on the Gold Coast, but congestion rarely becomes severe on San Fernando Drive itself. Impacts are primarily on connecting arterial roads.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000 meters to nearest bus stops on Tallebudgera Valley Road. Local bus services provide connections to broader Gold Coast transport network, though frequency is moderate for this residential area.
Public Transport
4 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Mataranka Dr near Barrine Dr (1.4km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Mataranka Dr near Barrine Dr
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Mataranka Dr near Barrine Dr
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Nabarlek Dr near Explorers Wy
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Nabarlek Dr near Explorers Wy
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Flood Risk
Worongary is located in the Gold Coast hinterland with low to moderate flood risk primarily from local catchment flooding rather than major river inundation. The suburb sits in the Tallebudgera Valley catchment and is subject to Gold Coast Council's flood study overlays, though it is elevated relative to coastal and riverine flood plains. Standard QLD planning controls apply with attention to stormwater management and floor level requirements in identified flood-prone pockets.
Planning Controls
- •Gold Coast Planning Scheme flood hazard overlays for local catchment flooding
- •Finished floor level requirements for residential development in identified flood-prone areas
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for urban development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Worongary is a residential suburb in the Gold Coast hinterland with moderate bushfire risk due to its elevated terrain, proximity to bushland corridors, and mixed vegetation patterns. Properties in this area typically fall within BAL-12.5 under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping, requiring standard ember and flame attack protection measures under AS 3959. Risk increases on larger blocks or those with direct exposure to vegetated slopes or gullies.
Crime & Safety
Worongary, a residential suburb on the Gold Coast, experiences crime rates below the Queensland state average, reflecting its established suburban character. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage represent the predominant crime categories. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with consistent policing presence supporting community safety.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Worongary is experiencing steady infill and densification pressure driven by proximity to the M1 motorway and established suburban amenities. Development activity centres on medium-density residential subdivision, retail and mixed-use infill, and aged care facilities, reflecting broader Gold Coast hinterland trends of consolidation rather than large-scale greenfield expansion. Regional infrastructure investment, particularly M1 upgrades, continues to support long-term development feasibility across the precinct.
Worongary residential infill - medium density
0.5 kmMedium-density infill development targeting dual occupancy and townhouse lots across underutilised land parcels in established Worongary.
Determination: 2025
Pacific Pines expansion DA pipeline
2.5 kmPlanned estate expansion on the southern fringe of Pacific Pines toward Worongary boundary, with mixed lot sizing for families and investors.
Determination: 2026-2027
Local retail/mixed-use infill
1.2 kmSmall-scale mixed-use development combining convenience retail, medical/professional and residential above ground level near local shopping precinct.
Determination: 2025
M1 motorway corridor upgrade works
3 kmStaged M1 upgrades and maintenance affecting traffic patterns and regional connectivity to Greater Brisbane and the Gold Coast hinterland.
Determination: 2026
Aged care facility development
1.5 kmPurpose-built aged care and independent living development capitalising on demographic demand in the established residential corridor.
Determination: 2025-2026
Heritage & Conservation
Worongary is a modern suburban residential area in the Gold Coast hinterland with limited individual heritage listings. The broader Tallebudgera Valley region contains some agricultural heritage significance, but Worongary itself developed primarily from the 1980s onwards as a contemporary residential suburb without a formal heritage conservation overlay.
Nearby Heritage Items