Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
54 Cleaver Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential (R20)
LEP: Carnarvon Town Planning Scheme
Height Limit
7.5m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
South Carnarvon is a small regional town in Western Australia with limited local schooling options. The primary public schools—Carnarvon Primary and Carnarvon Senior High—serve most families, with St Mary's Catholic Primary providing an alternative. For current catchment verification, consult the Department of Education Western Australia's school finder.
Likely public catchment
South Carnarvon is zoned for Carnarvon Primary School and Carnarvon Senior High School as the main public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Carnarvon Primary School
In catchmentCarnarvon Senior High School
In catchmentSt Mary's Catholic Primary School, Carnarvon
Gascoyne Junction District High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
54 Cleaver Street in South Carnarvon is located in a regional WA town with minimal traffic congestion typical of rural areas. The property has good access to local roads with low-volume traffic patterns characteristic of small inland communities.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact typical of regional areas. Light local traffic during morning and evening hours with no significant congestion expected.
Public Transport
Limited public transport in South Carnarvon; nearest services are local bus routes with infrequent schedules. Private vehicle transport is essential in this regional location.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
South Carnarvon is located in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia with relatively low flood risk. The area is inland from the coast and not situated within a major flood-prone catchment comparable to eastern Australian rivers. However, as a regional centre near the Gascoyne River, localised flooding from heavy rainfall or minor watercourse overflow remains a consideration for property assessment.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission guidance on flood-prone land assessment
- •Local planning scheme flood-risk provisions (Shire of Carnarvon)
- •Distance from Gascoyne River and minor drainage lines
- •Consideration of storm surge and tidal influences (coastal proximity)
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
South Carnarvon is located in Western Australia's Gascoyne region, characterised by semi-arid and arid landscape with limited dense vegetation. Bushfire risk is low due to sparse vegetation cover, low fuel loads typical of the coastal plains environment, and the relatively isolated development pattern. Properties in this area are unlikely to fall within a formal Bushfire Prone Area mapping zone.
Crime & Safety
South Carnarvon, a regional Western Australian suburb, experiences crime rates below the state average, typical of rural mining and agricultural communities. Property crimes including theft and malicious damage are the primary concerns, while violent crime remains relatively low. The area maintains stable crime patterns consistent with regional WA localities.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
South Carnarvon remains a rural and horticultural-focused area with modest development activity centred on supporting agriculture and light industry. Development pressure is low compared to major WA centres, with most activity involving infrastructure upgrades, small infill residential, and agricultural precinct enhancements. Council priorities reflect the region's agricultural base and population sustainability rather than urban intensification.
Carnarvon townsite infill residential
0.5 kmSmall-scale infill development targeting underutilised residential lots within the existing townsite to support local population growth.
Determination: 2025-2026
Carnarvon Banana Plantation Road upgrade
2 kmLocal road upgrade and drainage improvements to support agricultural productivity and access to horticultural precinct.
Determination: 2024-2025
South Carnarvon light industrial lot releases
1.5 kmStaged release of industrial and light commercial lots to accommodate agricultural processing and service businesses.
Determination: 2025
Carnarvon horticultural precinct expansion
3 kmExpansion of irrigation infrastructure and agricultural support facilities to strengthen horticulture sector viability.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
South Carnarvon is a residential suburb in the Gascoyne region with limited individual heritage listings. The broader Carnarvon townscape contains some heritage infrastructure and colonial-era buildings, but South Carnarvon itself is primarily a modern residential area without formal conservation area designation or typical heritage overlay restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items