Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
56 Redcliffe Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone R20
LEP: City of Stirling Town Planning Scheme No. 2
Height Limit
8.5m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Balga is a northern Perth suburb with solid public schooling options anchored by Balga Primary and Stirling Senior High School. The area also has nearby independent and selective schools within 5 km, offering families broader choice. Verify exact catchment boundaries directly with the WA Department of Education, as catchment maps can change.
Likely public catchment
Balga is zoned to Balga Primary School (primary) and Stirling Senior High School (secondary) under the WA Department of Education catchment system.
Nearby schools
Balga Primary School
In catchmentStirling Senior High School
In catchmentChrist Church Grammar School
Duncraig Secondary College
St. Andrew's Anglican Community School
Ocean Reef Primary School
Craigie Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
56 Redcliffe Avenue in Balga has moderate traffic conditions typical of a suburban residential area in Perth's northern suburbs. The location benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while remaining in a quieter residential zone.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) see increased traffic on nearby arterial roads, particularly Whitfords Avenue and West Coast Highway, with minor delays on local streets during school pickup/dropoff times.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600m to nearest bus stops serving routes in the Balga area; Perth train network approximately 2.5km away at nearest stations (Whitfords or Warwick stations).
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Balga Avenue after Wythburn Avenue (0.6km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Balga Avenue after Wythburn Avenue
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Balga Avenue after Walderton Avenue
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Walderton Avenue before Balga Avenue
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Walderton Avenue after Wisborough Crescent
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Balga Avenue after Wythburn Avenue
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Balga Avenue after Princess Road
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Walderton Avenue after Dallington Crescent
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Walderton Avenue before Fernhurst Crescent
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Walderton Avenue after Fernhurst Crescent
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Walderton Avenue after Wilmington Crescent
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Flood Risk
Balga is a relatively elevated inland suburb in Perth's northern suburbs with no major river overlays or historical significant flood events. However, drainage to Ellen Brook and local stormwater management should be assessed for any development in low-lying areas near tributary lines, consistent with WA's planning guidelines.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission Flood Risk Management Guidelines apply to development near watercourses
- •Local water management requirements under City of Stirling Local Planning Scheme No. 3
- •Site-specific flood risk assessment may be required if development is near Ellen Brook or tributary drainage lines
- •Compliance with Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) standards for water sensitive urban design
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Balga is a northern Perth suburb with moderate bushfire risk, typical of Perth's fringe-urban areas with nearby bushland and reserves. Properties in Balga are likely to fall within BAL-12.5 zone under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Vegetation management and access arrangements should be prioritised for risk mitigation.
Crime & Safety
Balga is a northern Perth suburb with crime rates moderately above WA state averages, primarily driven by property crimes including theft and break-and-enter offences. Assault rates are also elevated relative to regional benchmarks. Crime trends have remained relatively stable over recent years with no significant improvement or deterioration in the crime profile.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Balga is experiencing modest infill development typical of established northern Perth suburbs, with activity concentrated on medium-density residential approvals and local centre renewal. Infrastructure improvements and active transport connections are gradually improving amenity, while limited greenfield capacity constrains major development scale. The suburb remains primarily residential with incremental rather than transformative development pressure.
Balga Local Centre Mixed-Use Redevelopment
0.5 kmPotential renewal of aging shopping precinct with residential apartments and improved pedestrian spaces along Balga Avenue.
Determination: 2026-2027
Residential Subdivision - Balga North
1.2 kmInfill residential subdivision yielding 8-12 new single residential lots on former industrial/underutilised land.
Determination: 2025
Multi-unit Residential Development - Glenfinlas Street
0.8 kmThree-storey apartment building adding approximately 20-24 dwellings in medium-density format.
Active Transport Links - Perth Metro Region
1.5 kmPlanned cycle and pedestrian connectivity improvements linking Balga to surrounding suburbs as part of broader regional active transport network.
Determination: 2026
Residential Infill - Various DAs
0.3 kmScattered residential infill approvals for dual occupancies and small-scale subdivision across the suburb.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Balga is a post-war outer suburban area in Perth's north with limited individual heritage listings. The suburb developed primarily from the 1960s onwards and lacks the heritage character of established inner suburbs. Nearby Whiteman Park contains heritage-listed buildings and collections of local significance.
Nearby Heritage Items