Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
47 Hedges Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Gold Coast City Plan 2016
Height Limit
2 storeys or 8.5m
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Mermaid Beach is a beachside suburb on the Gold Coast with good access to its local primary school and the broader Burleigh secondary catchment. The area offers a mix of public schools plus nearby Catholic and independent options, with several well-established schools within 3 km. Parents should verify exact catchment boundaries with the QLD Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Mermaid Beach is likely zoned for Mermaid Beach State School (primary) and Burleigh Secondary College (secondary) under QLD catchment zones; verification with QLD Department of Education is essential.
Nearby schools
Mermaid Beach State School
In catchmentBurleigh Heads State School
Tallebudgera Valley State School
Burleigh Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Lutheran College
Merrimac State School
St. Joseph's Primary School, Burleigh Heads
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
47 Hedges Avenue, Mermaid Beach is located in a coastal residential area with generally light to moderate traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial routes while maintaining a quiet suburban character.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
During morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours, traffic on Gold Coast Highway and Tallebudgera Creek Road increases significantly with southbound congestion toward Surfers Paradise. Local residential streets remain relatively clear, though access to major roads may experience delays.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600 meters to nearest bus stops on Gold Coast Highway. Regular local bus services available; nearest train station (Currumbin) approximately 2.5km away, requiring vehicle or bus access.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Gold Coast Hwy at Annette Kellerman Park (0.4km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Gold Coast Hwy at Annette Kellerman Park
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Sunshine Bvd near Cadence Ave
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Sunshine Boulevard near Markeri Street
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Gold Coast Hwy at Cronulla Avenue
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Sunshine Bvd near Arcadia Dr
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Nobby Beach shops
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Sunshine Bvd near Arcadia Dr
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Sunshine Bvd near Markeri St
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Sunshine Bvd at Lindon Park
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Sunshine Bvd at Gooding Park
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Flood Risk
Mermaid Beach is located on the Gold Coast in a coastal catchment with tidal waterways and is subject to storm tide and localised overland flooding during high-intensity rainfall and storm surge events. The suburb sits in low-lying areas near Broadwater and creek systems, making it susceptible to combined fluvial and coastal flood hazards. Queensland City Council flood overlays typically apply, requiring elevated floor levels and flood-resilient design.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor level requirements relative to Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or design storm tide
- •Stormwater management and overland flow path preservation in site design
- •Development setbacks from waterways and maintenance of flood flow corridors
- •Building design standards for wet/dry areas and resilience to inundation
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Mermaid Beach is a densely developed coastal suburb on the Gold Coast with minimal bushland vegetation and predominantly urban/residential character. The property is unlikely to fall within a designated Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland's SPP mapping due to its beachside location and low fuel load environment. Standard construction practices apply; bushfire-specific BAL considerations are typically not required.
Crime & Safety
Mermaid Beach is a beachside suburb on the Gold Coast with crime rates below Queensland state averages, particularly for violent offences. Property-related crimes such as theft represent the majority of incidents, typical for a residential coastal community. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime conditions year-on-year with effective local policing presence.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Mermaid Beach is experiencing steady moderate infill and apartment development, driven by its beachside location and proximity to the Broadbeach entertainment and commercial precinct. Council infrastructure upgrades support incremental residential intensification, with most activity focused on dual occupancies, townhouses, and mid-rise residential rather than large-scale master-planned estates. Competition from nearby Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise constrains volume but maintains sustained demand for quality beachside product.
Mermaid Beach residential infill
0.5 kmDual occupancy and townhouse development on underutilised beachside lots targeting the mid-range market.
Determination: 2025
Broadbeach commercial precinct expansion
1.2 kmCommercial and hospitality development in adjacent Broadbeach strengthening retail and tourism services.
Mermaid Beach parks and open space upgrade
0.3 kmCouncil-led improvement to beachfront reserves, pathways and recreational facilities.
Determination: 2024-2025
Benowa Road corridor upgrades
1.5 kmTransport and drainage improvements supporting residential intensification in the Mermaid Beach–Benowa area.
Multi-unit apartment building (recent DA)
0.8 km4–6 storey residential apartment development capitalising on proximity to Broadbeach entertainment district.
Heritage & Conservation
Mermaid Beach is a relatively modern coastal suburb on the Gold Coast developed primarily from the mid-20th century onwards, with limited heritage listings or conservation overlays. The area is characterised by contemporary residential development and beachside tourism infrastructure rather than historic heritage precincts. Nearby Broadbeach and surrounding coastal areas contain modest local heritage items, but Mermaid Beach itself lacks significant statutory heritage designations.
Nearby Heritage Items