Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
46 Blackwattle Parade
Zoning & Regional Plan
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
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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
Padbury Primary School
In catchmentWarwick Senior High School
In catchmentCorpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Corpus Christi Catholic College
Kingsley Primary School
Edith Cowan University Primary School
Carine Senior High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
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.
Nearby Major Roads
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.
Public Transport
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Flood 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
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
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.
Crime & Safety
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
Future Development
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 kmLocal centre revitalisation including retail, offices and medium-density residential above commercial.
Residential Infill DA - Multiple Lots
0.5 kmDual and small multiple occupancy infill across established residential streets targeting R20-R30 zoning.
Joondalup-Perth Rail Line Corridor Works
2 kmOngoing rail and associated transport infrastructure improvements benefiting broader Joondalup precinct.
Padbury to Joondalup Pedestrian/Cycle Path Network
1.5 kmActive transport connectivity upgrades linking Padbury with adjacent Joondalup activity nodes.
Apartment Building - Residential Intensification
0.3 km3-4 storey residential apartments in close proximity to local centre and transport corridors.
Heritage & Conservation
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