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46 Blackwattle Parade

Padbury, WA 6025
2 bed 1 bath 1 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20268/9 sections loaded
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Zoning & Regional Plan

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R20

Residential (R20)

LEP: City of Stirling Local Planning Scheme No. 2

Height Limit

9m (approximately 2-3 storeys)

Min Lot Size

500m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Single dwellingGrouped dwellingMultiple dwelling (subject to density limits)Home businessShort-term rental accommodationChild care premises

❌ Prohibited Uses

Service stationIndustrial useCommercial retailMedical facility (large)Nightclub or barPlant nursery (large-scale)
Source: StMate AI — WA planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Padbury is a northern Perth suburb with solid access to public primary and secondary schools, including its own primary and the well-established Warwick SHS. Catholic and independent options are available nearby. Residents should confirm exact catchment boundaries with DoE WA before enrolment decisions.

Likely public catchment

Padbury is likely zoned for Padbury Primary School and Warwick Senior High School in the public system; verify with the Department of Education WA.

Nearby schools

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Padbury Primary School

In catchment
primary · public
0.5 km
🎓

Warwick Senior High School

In catchment
secondary · public
3.2 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

primary · catholicEstablished Catholic option in the area
2.1 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic College

secondary · catholicAssociated Catholic secondary
2.3 km
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Kingsley Primary School

primary · public
2.8 km
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Edith Cowan University Primary School

primary · independentUniversity-affiliated independent school
4.1 km
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Carine Senior High School

secondary · public
4.5 km

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

Source: StMate AI — WA schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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46 Blackwattle Parade in Padbury benefits from relatively light traffic conditions typical of this residential suburb in Perth's northern corridor. The location has good access to major arterial roads with moderate congestion during peak hours.

Congestion Level:low

Nearby Major Roads

Wanneroo RoadBlackwattle ParadeWhitfords AvenueJoondalup DriveMitchell Freeway (via connections)

Peak Hour Impact

Morning peaks (7-9am) and evening peaks (4-6pm) see increased traffic on Wanneroo Road and connecting routes, with minor delays typical for suburban Perth. Impact is generally manageable with typical commute times increasing by 10-15 minutes during peak periods.

Public Transport

Approximately 600-800 meters to nearest Transperth bus services. Closest train station (Whitfords Station) is approximately 2.5km away, accessible via local bus connections or short drive.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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low Risk

Padbury is a northern Perth suburb with low flood risk, located on elevated terrain away from major river systems. No known state-based flood overlay applies to the suburb. Standard WA stormwater and drainage requirements apply, with attention to local drainage patterns typical of Perth's northern suburbs.

Planning Controls

  • WA Planning Commission bushfire and flood risk assessment requirements for new subdivisions
  • Swan River catchment considerations for properties near tributaries or drainage lines
  • Local council (City of Wanneroo) flood management strategy compliance
  • Stormwater management and drainage design standards under WA Building Code
Source: StMate AI — WA flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Predominantly urban development with scattered trees and gardens; minimal native bushland

Padbury is a well-established Perth suburb with predominantly residential development and low vegetation density, resulting in low bushfire risk. The area is not identified as bushfire-prone under WA DFES mapping. Standard building construction practices are appropriate for this location.

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

Crime & Safety

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Padbury is a residential suburb in Perth's northern corridor with crime rates below Western Australian state averages, indicating a relatively safe community. Property-related offences such as theft and break-and-enter represent the majority of incidents, consistent with suburban patterns. The suburb maintains stable crime trends with no significant escalation in violent offences.

Total Incidents

4,200

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Below Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
1240
Assault
380
Break and enter
520
Motor vehicle theft
180
Malicious damage
410
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Padbury is experiencing moderate residential infill activity and incremental local centre activation typical of established northern Perth suburbs. Development is concentrated on dual occupancy/multiple housing infill within existing residential zones and mixed-use intensification around the local centre, supported by broader Joondalup precinct infrastructure improvements and proximity to rail transport. Activity reflects steady demand for accessible housing within the R20-R30 corridor rather than major greenfield or large-scale precinct development.

Padbury Local Centre Mixed-Use Development

0.2 km
Mixed-useProposed

Local centre revitalisation including retail, offices and medium-density residential above commercial.

Residential Infill DA - Multiple Lots

0.5 km
Residential subdivisionApproved

Dual and small multiple occupancy infill across established residential streets targeting R20-R30 zoning.

Joondalup-Perth Rail Line Corridor Works

2 km
InfrastructureUnder construction

Ongoing rail and associated transport infrastructure improvements benefiting broader Joondalup precinct.

Padbury to Joondalup Pedestrian/Cycle Path Network

1.5 km
InfrastructureApproved

Active transport connectivity upgrades linking Padbury with adjacent Joondalup activity nodes.

Apartment Building - Residential Intensification

0.3 km
Apartment buildingProposed

3-4 storey residential apartments in close proximity to local centre and transport corridors.

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

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage Listed

Padbury is a post-war suburban development in Perth's northern suburbs, established in the 1960s-1970s with limited heritage significance. The suburb contains modest mid-century residential architecture and local community facilities typical of that era, but lacks formal heritage conservation overlays or state-level listings. Few individual properties are expected to be listed on the WA Heritage Council register.

Nearby Heritage Items

Padbury Primary Schoollocal
0.5 km
Padbury Shopping Centre (1960s)local
0.3 km
Source: StMate AI — WA 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.