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50 Oyster Point Esplanade

Scarborough, QLD 4020
4 bed 3 bath 3 carhouse
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Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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LDR

Low Density Residential

LEP: Moreton Bay Regional Council Planning Scheme 2022

Height Limit

8.5 metres

Min Lot Size

600 m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Dwelling houseDual occupancyHome-based businessRecreational facilityGarden centrePlant nursery

❌ Prohibited Uses

HotelShopping centreService stationIndustryHigh-density residentialCommercial office
Source: StMate AI — QLD planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Scarborough is serviced by well-established public schools in the Aspley catchment, with strong Catholic alternatives nearby (St Andrew's network). The area offers a mix of state and independent schools within easy reach, making it accessible for families seeking diverse schooling options across north Brisbane.

Likely public catchment

Properties in Scarborough are likely zoned for Scarborough State School (primary) and Aspley State High School (secondary); verify with the QLD Education Department for your specific address.

Nearby schools

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Scarborough State School

In catchment
primary · public
0.5 km
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Aspley State High School

In catchment
secondary · public
2.8 km
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St Andrew's Catholic Primary School

primary · catholicWell-regarded Catholic option
1.2 km
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St Andrew's Catholic College

secondary · catholicEstablished Catholic secondary
1.5 km
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Underwood State School

primary · public
2.2 km
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Aspley State School

primary · public
2.5 km
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Brisbane Boys College

secondary · independentSelective independent option
4.1 km

Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.

Source: StMate AI — QLD schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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50 Oyster Point Esplanade is located in Scarborough with moderate traffic conditions primarily influenced by local beachside access roads and connections to the Redcliffe Peninsula. Traffic is generally manageable except during peak holiday periods and summer weekends when beach visitation increases significantly.

Congestion Level:moderate

Nearby Major Roads

Esplanade (local beachfront road)Scarborough EsplanadeKalimna TerraceRedcliffe ParadeAnzac AvenueBribie Island Road

Peak Hour Impact

Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) experience moderate congestion on arterial approaches, with significantly increased traffic during weekends and school holidays due to beach and recreational facility access. Summer months and public holidays see elevated congestion levels.

Public Transport

Scarborough is serviced by local bus routes with stops within 400-600 metres of the property. The nearest major public transport hub is Redcliffe bus station approximately 2km away. Limited rail access with Lawnton Station on the North Coast Line approximately 8-10km distant.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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Source: StMate AI — QLD flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Coastal suburban with scattered native vegetation and urban landscaping

Scarborough is a coastal suburb of Brisbane with predominantly urban and residential development, limiting bushfire exposure. Vegetation is largely managed gardens and scattered native trees rather than dense bushland. Properties are unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area under QLD SPP mapping, reflecting the low overall bushfire risk profile for this locality.

Source: StMate AI — QLD bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Scarborough is a coastal Queensland suburb with crime rates broadly consistent with state averages. Property-related offences including theft and break-and-enter are the predominant crime categories. The area shows stable crime trends with typical patterns for regional Queensland coastal communities.

Total Incidents

4,200

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
1180
Assault
520
Break and enter
380
Motor vehicle theft
240
Malicious damage
310
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Scarborough (Moreton Bay LGA) is experiencing moderate residential intensification focused on foreshore activation and transit-oriented development near the train station. Council is balancing preservation of the coastal character with gradual infill and mixed-use opportunities, supported by staged infrastructure investment across the broader coastal growth corridor.

Scarborough foreshore precinct revitalisation

0.5 km
Mixed-use urban renewalProposed

Moreton Bay Regional Council planning for foreshore activation including public realm improvements, mixed-use development sites, and enhanced coastal access.

Residential infill near Scarborough Station

0.3 km
Residential apartment buildingApproved

Multi-storey residential development capitalising on proximity to train station and commercial centre, typical of transit-oriented growth.

Local shopping precinct upgrade

0.2 km
Commercial/retail refurbishmentUnder construction

Modernisation of existing retail core with facade improvements and minor intensification of ground-floor commercial offerings.

Regional water and drainage infrastructure

2 km
InfrastructureApproved

Moreton Bay Regional Council upgrades to support population growth across the coastal corridor.

Residential land release—adjoining estates

3 km
Residential subdivisionProposed

Lower-density greenfield residential release on the urban fringe, subject to environmental and infrastructure feasibility assessments.

Source: StMate AI — QLD development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage Listed

Scarborough is a coastal suburb north of Brisbane with a predominantly early-to-mid 20th century residential character, though most properties lack formal state or local heritage listing. The suburb's heritage interest centres on scattered Edwardian and inter-war residential buildings and historic foreshore infrastructure rather than a designated conservation overlay.

Nearby Heritage Items

Scarborough House (Circa 1920s Beach Residence)local
0.5 km
Scarborough Pier and Foreshore Structureslocal
0.3 km
Source: StMate AI — QLD heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.