Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
55 Jones Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Sunshine Coast Regional Council Planning Scheme 2014
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Buderim is a well-established Sunshine Coast suburb with solid public school options, including the local primary and the nearby secondary. Catholic and independent schools (St. Andrew's, Somerset College, Sunshine Coast Grammar) provide alternative choices within a few kilometres. Always confirm current catchment boundaries with the QLD education department's Find My School tool.
Likely public catchment
Buderim is likely zoned for Buderim Primary School (primary) and Mountain Creek State Secondary College (secondary); verify with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Buderim Primary School
In catchmentMountain Creek State Secondary College
In catchmentBuderim Mountain State School
Merrimac State School
St. Andrew's Catholic School
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
Somerset College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
55 Jones Road in Buderim is located in a residential area with generally moderate traffic flow. The property benefits from proximity to main arterial routes while maintaining a quieter suburban setting.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Peak hour impacts are minimal as Jones Road is a secondary residential street. Nearby Buderim Road experiences typical morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak congestion, but Jones Road itself remains relatively clear.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600 metres to nearest local bus stops serviced by Sunbus routes. Closest major public transport hub at Buderim town centre approximately 1.2km away.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Jones Rd at Horseshoe Bend (0.0km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Jones Rd at Horseshoe Bend
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North Buderim Bvd near Lakeshore Ave
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Gloucester Rd at Fielding Street
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Gloucester Rd at Fielding Street
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Main Rd near Renison Dr
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Main Rd near Ghost Gum Ave
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King Street at Water Street
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King St at Water Street
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Maroochydore Rd at Robert Street
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Maroochydore Rd at Robert Street
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Flood Risk
Buderim is a hinterland suburb on the Sunshine Coast located at elevated topography (60–90m AHD) with no major flood-prone catchments directly affecting it. While not subject to major river or creek flood overlays comparable to Brisbane River or Mary River studies, local stormwater and minor creek management applies. Prudent site-specific assessment is recommended for any properties near local drainage lines or low-lying areas, but regional flood risk is generally low.
Planning Controls
- •Sunshine Coast Regional Council Development Control Plan flood assessment requirements for properties within 500m of watercourses
- •Potential local overland flow and stormwater management controls depending on lot drainage characteristics
- •Building design standards for wet weather events and minor drainage corridors
- •Vegetation retention requirements in riparian zones if applicable to specific sites
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Buderim is a hilly, semi-rural coastal suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast with moderate bushfire risk. The area features vegetated ridgelines, scattered bushland, and proximity to forested hinterland, placing many properties in BAL-19 or higher zones under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Properties on elevated or vegetated sites should be assessed individually for fuel loads and aspect.
Crime & Safety
Buderim is a well-established residential suburb on the Sunshine Coast with crime rates generally below Queensland state averages. The suburb experiences typical property crime patterns consistent with affluent coastal communities, with theft being the most prevalent category. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with a strong community policing presence.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Buderim is experiencing moderate infill development pressure as a well-established residential village in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Activity centres on town-centre activation, low-to-medium density residential subdivision on the urban fringe, and adaptive reuse of heritage properties. Broader regional growth at Maroochydore and Sippy Downs is driving incremental residential and mixed-use development in Buderim itself, with most DAs reflecting sensitive infill rather than major transformation.
Buderim Town Centre Mixed-Use Development
0.5 kmMedium-density residential with retail and community facilities targeting activation of the existing town centre precinct.
Determination: 2026
Residential Subdivision - Forest Glen Road Corridor
1.2 kmLow-to-medium density infill subdivision on the outskirts creating 15-25 dwelling allotments.
Sippy Downs Shopping Centre Expansion
3.5 kmRetail, dining and residential tower expansion in the adjacent regional shopping precinct.
Determination: 2024
Multiple Unit Development - Residential DA
0.8 km3-4 storey apartment complex responding to medium-density infill opportunity near the village centre.
Maroochydore Activity Centre Infrastructure
5 kmRegional transport, utilities and public realm upgrades supporting the major CBD precinct south of Buderim.
Heritage-Listed Precinct Adaptive Reuse
1.5 kmConversion of local heritage buildings into boutique retail, hospitality and small office spaces.
Heritage & Conservation
Buderim is a relatively modern suburban development on the Sunshine Coast hinterland with limited heritage listing. While the locality contains some early 20th-century community infrastructure and residences of local significance, it lacks formal state heritage register entries or dedicated conservation area overlays. Most properties are comparatively unrestricted for development.
Nearby Heritage Items