Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
54 Macaulay Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Brisbane City Plan 2014
Height Limit
9m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Coorparoo, an inner-Brisbane suburb, has strong access to public schooling via its neighbourhood primary and the well-known Bulimba Secondary College. Several Catholic and independent schools (Lourdes Hill, Brisbane Grammar, St. Rita's) are within 2–4 km, offering diverse education options. Parents should confirm current catchment zoning with the QLD Education Department before enrolment.
Likely public catchment
Coorparoo is likely zoned for Coorparoo State School (primary) and Bulimba State Secondary College (secondary) under the QLD Education Department catchment; always verify current boundaries via the official QLD Schools Catchment Locator.
Nearby schools
Coorparoo State School
In catchmentBulimba State Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Rita's Catholic Primary School
Lourdes Hill College
Brisbane Grammar School
Morningside State School
St. Agatha's Catholic Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
54 Macaulay Street, Coorparoo benefits from good connectivity with access to major arterial routes. The area experiences moderate traffic congestion during peak hours, particularly on nearby Princes Street and Stanford Street which handle significant through-traffic.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour congestion (7-9am and 4-6pm) increases traffic flow on Princes Street and Stanford Street with potential delays of 10-15 minutes during morning and afternoon commute periods. Local streets experience increased residential traffic.
Public Transport
Coorparoo train station is approximately 800m (10-minute walk) away, providing frequent access to the Brisbane suburban network. Multiple bus routes operate along nearby Princes Street within 200-400m.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Cavendish Rd at Emlyn Street, stop 31/30 (0.4km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Cavendish Rd at Emlyn Street, stop 31/30
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Old Cleveland Rd at Saint Leonards Street Stop 21
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Old Cleveland Rd at Coorparoo, stop 23
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Old Cleveland Rd at Coorparoo Stop 23
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Cavendish Rd at Mt Carmel School, stop 32
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Logan Rd at Greenslopes, stop 22
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Logan Rd at Greenslopes, stop 22
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Logan Rd at Donaldson Street, stop 23
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Unnamed stop
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Logan Rd at Donaldson Street, stop 23
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Flood Risk
Coorparoo is located within the Brisbane River catchment and falls within the Brisbane City Council's flood mapping for the 1% AEP Brisbane River inundation overlay. Depending on exact location within the suburb, properties on lower-lying land adjacent to tributaries or in the river's influence zone face moderate flood risk from riverine flooding during major events. Local planning controls require floor level set-back and development constraints in mapped flood zones.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor levels typically 2–3 m above Brisbane River 1% AEP design flood level
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment for development in mapped flood zones
- •Restrictions on certain land uses (e.g. hospitals, aged care) in flood-affected areas
- •Stormwater management and overland flow path protection in local planning scheme
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Coorparoo is a well-established inner-Brisbane suburb with predominantly urban and suburban development, situated well away from significant bushland or steep terrain. The area is not mapped as Bushfire Prone under Queensland's SPP 3.3 mapping, and properties typically fall outside BAL zones due to limited vegetation hazard and distance from wildland-urban interface areas. Bushfire risk is minimal for properties in this locality.
Crime & Safety
Coorparoo is an inner-Brisbane suburb with crime rates consistent with Queensland averages for urban residential areas. Theft-related offences represent the largest category, reflecting typical inner-city patterns. Overall crime conditions remain stable with no significant recent escalation or improvement trends.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Coorparoo is experiencing steady infill and mixed-use intensification activity, driven by its established residential character, proximity to the South Bank/city, and access to the Coorparoo train station on the Blue Line. Development pressure centres on townhouse and apartment infill, shopping precinct renewal, and local infrastructure upgrades supporting population growth in the inner south-west corridor. DA pipelines reflect council support for medium-density residential and local commercial activation rather than high-rise towers.
Coorparoo Central mixed-use redevelopment
0.5 kmMedium-density residential and retail precinct targeting the Coorparoo shopping district core with apartment and townhouse components.
Recent residential infill (multi-lot DA)
0.8 kmSubdivision of larger properties into 4–6 lot residential development in established areas west of Cavendish Road.
Local school expansion and grounds upgrade
1.2 kmEducation Queensland infrastructure investment to support growing population in inner south-west Brisbane corridor.
Apartment complex (3–5 storey)
0.6 kmMedium-rise residential building near transport nodes to capitalise on proximity to Coorparoo train station.
Local council-led streetscape and cycling infrastructure
1 kmPrecinct-wide street activation and active transport links supporting the Brisbane City Council suburban renewal agenda.
Heritage & Conservation
Coorparoo is a suburban residential area in Brisbane's inner south that developed primarily in the early-to-mid 20th century. While not subject to a dedicated heritage conservation overlay, the suburb contains scattered early schools and community buildings of local significance. The broader Mount Coot-tha precinct to the west holds state heritage value and influences the character of the wider locality.
Nearby Heritage Items