Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
50/131 Mcauley Parade
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Gold Coast City Plan 2016
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Pacific Pines is a growth corridor on the Gold Coast with strong local public primary and secondary schools. St. Andrew's Lutheran College and St. Stephen's Catholic Primary offer nearby faith-based alternatives, while proximity to Helensvale and surrounding schools provides additional secondary choices.
Likely public catchment
Pacific Pines is likely zoned for Pacific Pines State School (primary) and Pines State High School (secondary); verify with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Pacific Pines State School
In catchmentPines State High School
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Lutheran College
Helensvale State High School
Oxenford State School
St. Stephen's Catholic Primary School
Tallebudgera Valley State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Pacific Pines is a suburban area with generally moderate traffic flow. The location on McAuley Parade has reasonable access to local amenities with typical residential area congestion patterns.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours (7-9 AM, 4-6 PM) experience increased local traffic as residents commute to employment areas. McAuley Parade itself experiences light to moderate congestion during these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000m to nearest bus stops serviced by local Gold Coast bus routes; no train station within walking distance (nearest is approximately 5km away)
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Pacific Pines is a residential suburb on the Gold Coast hinterland with low to minimal flood risk. The area is elevated and removed from major river systems; it does not fall within any significant flood study overlay or identified flood zone. Properties are primarily subject to standard stormwater and site-level drainage considerations rather than regional flood hazards.
Planning Controls
- •Gold Coast City Council Development Assessment under Queensland Building and Development Codes
- •Potential application of voluntary flood level disclosure for properties in mapped flood study areas
- •Site-specific flood risk assessment may be required if property is within 500m of a watercourse
- •Standard stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Pacific Pines is a well-established suburban area on the Gold Coast with mixed residential and retail development, located on relatively flat terrain with moderate vegetation density. The suburb is classified as low bushfire risk under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping, with BAL-LOW rating typical for the locality. Proximity to the coast and substantial urban development reduce exposure to major bushfire hazards, though property owners should maintain vegetation clearance around dwellings as a precautionary measure.
Crime & Safety
Pacific Pines is a residential Gold Coast suburb with crime rates below Queensland state averages, reflecting its established family-oriented community character. Property-related offences such as theft and malicious damage are the primary concerns, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains a generally safe profile consistent with similar outer suburban areas in the region.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Pacific Pines is experiencing moderate infill and town-centre consolidation activity typical of established Gold Coast hinterland suburbs. Development is focused on residential subdivision release, local infrastructure upgrade, and incremental intensification of the town centre rather than large-scale transformation. Growth remains constrained by existing zoning, environmental overlays, and proximity to major regional centres.
Pacific Pines Town Centre Expansion
0.5 kmRetail and residential intensification around the existing town centre precinct with improved streetscapes and medium-density housing.
Residential subdivision - Boomerang Drive precinct
2 kmRelease of vacant land adjacent to established residential areas for low-to-medium density housing development.
Local road and drainage upgrades
1.5 kmCouncil-funded intersection and stormwater management improvements to support infill density and traffic flow.
Nerang-Broadbeach corridor improvements
3 kmTransport and active-transport connections linking Pacific Pines to regional employment and commercial centres.
Multi-unit residential DA - Robina Drive
1 kmSmall-scale dual occupancy or townhouse development capitalising on established residential zoning.
Heritage & Conservation
Pacific Pines is a modern suburban development in the Gold Coast hinterland with minimal heritage listing. The area is primarily characterized by post-1980s residential development with few established heritage overlays or conservation areas. Nearby rural and scenic hinterland areas hold local heritage significance, but the suburb itself contains no significant heritage items on state or local registers.
Nearby Heritage Items