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57 Sir Bruce Small Boulevard

Benowa Waters, QLD 4217
5 bed 0 bath 3 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20269/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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LDR

Low Density Residential

LEP: Gold Coast City Plan 2016

Height Limit

9 metres

Min Lot Size

450 m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Detached dwelling housesDual occupancyHome-based businessTemporary accommodationGardens and landscapingCommunity facilities (small-scale)

❌ Prohibited Uses

Multi-unit residential (3+ units)Commercial retailIndustrialHigh-density residentialNightclubs and entertainment venuesVehicle service stations
Source: StMate AI — QLD planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Benowa Waters is serviced by well-regarded public schools, with Benowa State School and Benowa State High School as the likely catchment options. The area also has access to several independent and Catholic schools within a short drive, including St. Andrew's Lutheran College and St. Laurence's College. Families should verify exact catchment boundaries with the QLD Department of Education.

Likely public catchment

Benowa Waters is zoned for Benowa State School (primary) and Benowa State High School (secondary) under the QLD public catchment system.

Nearby schools

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Benowa State School

In catchment
primary · public
1.2 km
🎓

Benowa State High School

In catchment
secondary · public
1.5 km
🏫

St. Andrew's Lutheran College

combined · independentWell-regarded independent option
2.1 km
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Ashmore State School

primary · public
2.8 km
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St. Laurence's College

secondary · catholicCatholic independent secondary
3.2 km
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Ashmore State High School

secondary · public
3.5 km
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Tallebudgera Valley State School

primary · public
4.2 km
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Somerset College

combined · independentIndependent preparatory school
4.8 km

Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.

Source: StMate AI — QLD schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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57 Sir Bruce Small Boulevard in Benowa Waters benefits from relatively good traffic flow, situated in a modern residential estate with direct access to major thoroughfares. The location experiences moderate congestion during peak hours due to proximity to the Gold Coast Highway corridor.

Congestion Level:moderate

Nearby Major Roads

Gold Coast HighwaySir Bruce Small BoulevardBenowa RoadTallebudgera Valley RoadMudgeeraba Road

Peak Hour Impact

Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours see increased traffic on Gold Coast Highway and connecting arterial roads. Sir Bruce Small Boulevard itself experiences moderate congestion during these periods as residents commute toward Brisbane and the CBD.

Public Transport

Approximately 400-600 meters from the nearest bus stop on the Gold Coast Highway, with regular service via local council and TransLink routes. Nearest rail station (Benowa) is approximately 2km away.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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9 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Nerang Broadbeach Rd at Nielsens Road (0.5km).

Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)

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Nerang Broadbeach Rd at Nielsens Road

bus

0.5 km
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Nerang Broadbeach Rd at Nielsens Road

bus

0.5 km
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Nerang Broadbeach Rd at Garden Grove

bus

1.1 km
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Gooding Rd at Cararra Markets

bus

1.2 km
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Gooding Dr at Merrimac Golf Course

bus

1.2 km
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Nerang Broadbeach Rd at Garden Grove

bus

1.2 km
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Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre

bus

1.3 km
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Benowa Rd at Benowa Gardens

bus

1.4 km
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Gooding Dr at Palm Meadows Drive

bus

1.4 km
Source: OpenStreetMap (fallback)06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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medium RiskZone: Gold Coast City Council flood study overlay – local drainage/overland flow areas

Benowa Waters is a low-lying residential area on the Gold Coast hinterland prone to localized stormwater flooding and overland flow during heavy rainfall events. While not directly affected by major river systems, the suburb's elevation and drainage characteristics mean properties may experience inundation during severe weather. Council flood mapping should be consulted for site-specific risk.

Planning Controls

  • Compliance with Gold Coast City Council Planning Scheme flood hazard mapping and minimum floor levels
  • Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
  • Potential requirement for flood-resistant construction in identified flood-prone precincts
Source: StMate AI — QLD flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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low Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-LOW

Vegetation Category: Coastal urban area with minimal native vegetation; landscaped gardens and park areas

Benowa Waters is a low-density residential suburb on the Gold Coast with predominantly cleared, urban–fringe character and limited bushland proximity. The area is unlikely to fall within a designated Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland's SPP mapping. Standard construction practices apply; bushfire-specific AS 3959 measures are not typically required.

Source: StMate AI — QLD bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Benowa Waters is a residential suburb on the Gold Coast with crime rates below Queensland state averages, reflecting its affluent demographic and beachside location. Theft-related offences constitute the majority of recorded incidents, while violent crime remains relatively low. Overall crime trends remain stable with consistent policing presence in the area.

Total Incidents

2,800

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Below Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
890
Assault
320
Break and enter
180
Motor vehicle theft
145
Malicious damage
265
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Benowa Waters is experiencing moderate residential infill pressure with a focus on dual-occupancy approvals and small-scale subdivisions on underutilised lots. Development activity reflects broader Gold Coast hinterland trends toward established suburb densification rather than greenfield release, with supporting infrastructure upgrades enabling future growth. Mixed-use and aged-care proposals indicate diversification beyond traditional single-family residential in adjacent precincts.

Benowa Waters residential infill developments

0.5 km
Residential subdivisionOngoing

Multiple small-scale residential infill and dual-occupancy approvals on larger lots in the established suburb.

Determination: 2024-2025

Tallebudgera Valley residential growth

3 km
Residential subdivisionUnder construction

Medium-density residential subdivision in adjacent precinct targeting families and downsizers.

Benowa Road commercial revitalisation

1.5 km
Mixed-useProposed

Planned mixed-use development with retail and residential components along major arterial road.

Determination: 2025-2026

Local drainage and stormwater infrastructure upgrade

1 km
InfrastructureApproved

City of Gold Coast stormwater management project supporting future residential intensification.

Aged care and retirement living facility

2 km
ResidentialProposed

Senior living community development responding to demographic demand in the hinterland region.

Source: StMate AI — QLD development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage Listed

Benowa Waters is a modern residential suburb on the Gold Coast with limited heritage overlay or state-listed items. The area is predominantly post-1980s suburban development without formal conservation area designation or significant heritage restrictions affecting individual properties.

Nearby Heritage Items

Tallebudgera Valley scenic and cultural landscapelocal
3.5 km
Benowa State School (circa 1910s infrastructure)local
1.2 km
Source: StMate AI — QLD heritage registers06/05/2026
Disclaimer: This report combines data from Australian Government open data portals (CC-BY 4.0) and StMate AI. For non-NSW properties some sections (zoning, flood, bushfire, development, heritage) are AI-generated based on publicly known suburb characteristics — always verify with the relevant council or authority before making decisions. This report does not constitute legal, financial, or planning advice.