Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
48 Shamrock Place
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Caloundra City Plan 2014
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Palmview is a growing residential suburb on the Sunshine Coast with strong access to nearby public and independent schools. The local state primary school (Palmview) serves the immediate area, with secondary students typically feeding into Caloundra State Secondary College. Several well-regarded independent and Catholic options are within 2–5 km, offering choice for families seeking alternative education models.
Likely public catchment
Palmview is likely zoned for Palmview State School (primary) and Caloundra State Secondary College (secondary); always confirm with the QLD education department.
Nearby schools
Palmview State School
In catchmentCaloundra South State School
Caloundra State Secondary College
In catchmentSt Andrew's Lutheran College
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
St Stephen's Catholic Primary School
St Andrew's Catholic High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
48 Shamrock Place, Palmview is located in a residential area with moderate traffic flow. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while maintaining relatively quiet local streets.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours (7-9 AM and 4-6 PM) may see increased traffic on Mudgeeraba Road and Currumbin Creek Road as commuters travel to/from the M1 motorway, but local streets remain relatively unaffected.
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest bus routes are approximately 1-2 km away. The property is car-dependent with the M1 motorway accessible within 5-10 minutes via Currumbin Creek Road.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Palmview, located in the Logan City local government area south of Brisbane, is situated within the Logan River catchment and subject to regional flood risk. Historical flooding events (particularly 2013 and 2017) have affected parts of this locality. Properties are likely to have flood overlay mapping applied under QLD planning schemes, with medium flood risk requiring careful site assessment and standard mitigation measures for development.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with QLD Flood Planning Level (FPL) requirements, typically 1% AEP (1 in 100 year) event plus freeboard
- •Floor level restrictions and elevated building standards in flood-affected precincts
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
- •Avoidance or mitigation of filling/earthworks that may redirect floodwaters to adjacent properties
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Palmview is a suburban area in the Sunshine Coast region with predominantly residential development and low bushfire-prone area mapping under QLD SPP/SP3. The locality has limited extensive vegetation corridors and is not mapped as a high-risk bushfire-prone area, placing it in the low-risk category with BAL-LOW construction standards.
Crime & Safety
Palmview, located in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, experiences crime rates moderately higher than Queensland state averages, primarily driven by theft and property offences. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns with consistent reporting across assault and malicious damage categories. Community engagement and targeted property crime prevention initiatives remain important for residents in this area.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Palmview is experiencing steady residential growth typical of outer Gold Coast suburbs, with a focus on family-oriented medium-density subdivisions and supporting infrastructure. Active DA pipeline reflects continued population expansion and demand for local retail, education, and transport connectivity in the precinct. Development activity is moderate and incremental rather than large-scale, consistent with suburban infill rather than major urban renewal.
Palmview residential subdivision stage 2
0.5 kmMedium-density residential subdivision with approximately 80-120 allotments across multiple stages in the Palmview locality.
Coomera Valley arterial road upgrade
2 kmGold Coast regional road upgrade to support capacity and connectivity for surrounding growth areas including Palmview.
Local shopping centre DA
1.5 kmNeighbourhood retail and convenience centre with associated car parking to service Palmview and adjacent residential precincts.
Primary school and community facility
1 kmNew primary school and community hub to support growing school-age population in the developing suburb.
Medium-density residential development
2.5 kmMulti-stage townhouse and dual-occupancy development on consolidated land near arterial road access.
Heritage & Conservation
Palmview is a modern outer-suburban residential area in the Sunshine Coast hinterland with minimal heritage significance. The suburb was developed primarily from the 1990s onwards as a commuter locality and contains few buildings of heritage value. Any local heritage interest would be limited to early community facilities such as the state school.
Nearby Heritage Items