Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
5059 South Western Highway
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential
LEP: Shire of Waroona Local Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
8.5m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
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Traffic & Congestion
South Western Highway is the primary arterial route through Fairbridge, providing direct regional access toward Armadale and Pinjarra. Traffic conditions are typically low to moderate, with the area experiencing relatively light congestion compared to metropolitan corridors.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peaks show minor increases in traffic flow, primarily from regional commuters using South Western Highway. Peak hour impact is minimal compared to Perth metropolitan areas, with no significant bottlenecks expected at this location.
Public Transport
Limited local public transport; nearest Transperth services are approximately 5-8km away in Armadale. The property relies heavily on private vehicle access for regional connectivity.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Fairbridge is a rural locality in the Serpentine-Jarrahdale region, south-east of Perth, with no major flood-prone waterways or historical significant flood events recorded. Western Australia has minimal state-based flood overlays compared to eastern states, with flood risk assessment typically devolved to local authorities and individual development assessment.
Planning Controls
- •Development in WA is primarily assessed under the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and local planning schemes with limited state-wide flood overlay mapping
- •Local water sensitive urban design (WSUD) requirements may apply for stormwater management
- •Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale planning considerations for bushfire and environmental protection zones
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Fairbridge is a rural-residential locality southeast of Perth with moderate bushfire risk due to proximity to native vegetation and bushland corridors. Properties in this area typically fall within BAL-12.5 to BAL-19 zones under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Compliance with AS 3959 construction standards and vegetation management is recommended.
Crime & Safety
Fairbridge is a regional Western Australian suburb with crime rates moderately elevated above state averages, particularly in property crimes and theft. The area has experienced increasing incident rates over recent years, with theft and malicious damage being the most prevalent offence categories. Residents should remain vigilant with home security and vehicle safety measures.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
📈 increasing
Crime Categories
Future Development
Fairbridge is experiencing moderate residential infill and subdivision activity typical of established outer Perth suburbs, with staged estate development and scattered infill approvals driving population growth. Supporting infrastructure upgrades and local commercial centre planning are occurring to accommodate increasing residential demand. Development activity is conservative but steady, reflecting the suburb's position as an accessible outer-metro residential area.
Fairbridge Estate Infill
0.5 kmStaged residential subdivision adding 80-120 new lots across multiple phases in the established Fairbridge area.
Determination: 2025-2026
Regional Road Upgrades - Albany Highway Corridor
2 kmIntersection and drainage improvements to support increased residential traffic from surrounding growth areas.
Determination: 2024-2025
Mixed-use Centre Development
1.5 kmLocal commercial and retail precinct with associated residential apartments to serve growing population.
Determination: 2026
Recent Residential DAs - Scattered Infill
0.3 kmMultiple smaller infill lots and minor subdivisions across the suburb reflecting ongoing consolidation of available land.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Fairbridge is a semi-rural locality in the Peel region of Western Australia with limited heritage overlay protection. The area is primarily known for its historical association with the Fairbridge Farm School (a child migration scheme property), though most individual residential properties are not subject to heritage restrictions. Development is generally guided by standard local planning controls rather than heritage conservation requirements.
Nearby Heritage Items