Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
5/13 Esplanade
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme 2016
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Bargara is a coastal suburb with access to Bargara State School as its main public primary and Bundaberg State High School for secondary education. Catholic and independent alternatives, including St Anne's and Shalom Christian College, are available within a few kilometres. Families should confirm current catchment allocations directly with QLD Education.
Likely public catchment
Bargara is within the catchment for Bargara State School (primary) and Bundaberg State High School (secondary). Verify current zone boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Bargara State School
In catchmentBundaberg State High School
In catchmentSt Anne's Catholic School
Shalom Christian College
Avenell Heights State School
Kepnock State High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
5/13 Esplanade, Bargara is located on the beachfront esplanade with generally light traffic conditions typical of a coastal residential area. Traffic flow is primarily local and seasonal, with increased activity during holiday periods and weekends.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion; light increases during morning and evening commutes and weekend beach visitation. Seasonal spikes occur during school holidays and summer months.
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest bus services approximately 500-800m away on Bourbong Street. Bargara relies primarily on private vehicle access.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Bargara is located on the Burnett River coastal floodplain near Bundaberg and experiences medium flood risk from riverine flooding during high-rainfall events and storm surge. The suburb has been affected by historical flooding, particularly during the 2010-2011 Queensland floods. Development in Bargara is subject to flood-level requirements and planning overlays under the Bundaberg Regional Council planning scheme.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor levels required above the Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or 1% AEP event
- •Development setbacks from Burnett River and waterway buffers
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new subdivisions
- •Notification of flood hazard on property title under Queensland planning scheme
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Bargara is a coastal township near Bundaberg characterised by low bushfire risk due to its proximity to the ocean, limited native vegetation density, and predominantly residential/developed land use. The area is not classified within a high-risk bushfire-prone zone under QLD SPP mapping. Standard residential construction practices are suitable for this location.
Crime & Safety
Bargara is a coastal suburb in the Bundaberg region with crime rates generally below Queensland state averages. The suburb experiences typical patterns for regional Queensland coastal communities, with property-related offences being more prevalent than violent crime. Overall safety conditions remain relatively stable with a low crime profile compared to urban centres.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Bargara is experiencing moderate development activity focused on beachfront revitalisation, tourism infrastructure and coastal residential infill. As a mature seaside township within the Bundaberg region, development pressures are restrained compared to major centres, with activity concentrated on upgrading existing amenities, supporting marine tourism assets, and delivering low-to-medium density residential product for retirees and holiday-home buyers. Council infrastructure upgrades are enabling incremental residential growth.
Bargara Beachfront Precinct Revitalisation
0.5 kmCouncil-led waterfront improvement project including public realm upgrades, foreshore access enhancements and mixed-use development opportunities along the beachfront.
Determination: 2026
Burnett Heads Marina Expansion
3.5 kmExpansion of existing marina facilities including additional berths, amenities and associated retail/hospitality precincts in adjacent Burnett Heads.
Determination: 2025
Bargara Coastal Residential Subdivision
2 kmMulti-stage residential land release targeting retirees and families in low-to-medium density format with coastal views and beach proximity.
Determination: 2025
Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrade
1.5 kmBundaberg Regional Council utility service upgrades to support growth in coastal precincts and improve capacity for new residential development.
Determination: 2024-2025
Tourism Accommodation (Holiday Resort Style)
1 kmDevelopment of upscale holiday apartments and resort facilities targeting domestic and international tourism markets in beachfront or near-beachfront locations.
Determination: 2026
Heritage & Conservation
Bargara is a coastal village within the Bundaberg local government area with modest heritage significance, primarily focused on early 20th-century beach settlement and the notable Bargara Lighthouse. Most residential properties are post-1960s and not subject to heritage listing or conservation area controls. The broader region's industrial heritage is centred on Bundaberg's sugar industry rather than Bargara itself.
Nearby Heritage Items