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8 Campbell Court

Samford Valley, QLD 4520
0 bed 1 bath 2 carland
Last updated: 6 May 20268/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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LDR

Low Density Residential

LEP: Moreton Bay Regional Council Planning Scheme

Height Limit

2 storeys

Min Lot Size

600m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Dwelling housesDual occupanciesHome-based businessesShort-term accommodationParks and gardensCommunity facilities

❌ Prohibited Uses

High-density residentialCommercial usesIndustrial usesRetail premisesIntensive animal husbandryExtractive industries
Source: StMate AI — QLD planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Samford Valley is a semi-rural locality northwest of Brisbane with strong local public school options including a dedicated primary and secondary college. Independent and Catholic schools in nearby suburbs (Ferny Grove, The Gap, Brookfield) provide additional choices within 3–5 km. This area suits families seeking community-focused schooling with a mix of public and non-government alternatives.

Likely public catchment

Samford Valley properties are typically zoned for Samford Valley State School (primary) and Samford Valley State Secondary College (secondary); always verify with the Queensland Department of Education.

Nearby schools

🎒

Samford Valley State School

In catchment
primary · publicLocal public primary
0.5 km
🎒

Ferny Grove State School

primary · publicNearby public primary
2.8 km
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Samford Valley State Secondary College

In catchment
secondary · publicLocal public secondary
1.2 km
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St Andrew's Lutheran College

secondary · independentWell-regarded independent secondary
3.5 km
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Hillarys Kindy & Prep

primary · independentIndependent prep option
2.2 km
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Brisbane Boys College

secondary · independentSelective independent secondary
4.8 km
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St Catherine's School

primary · catholicCatholic primary in region
4.2 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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Samford Valley is a semi-rural residential area with relatively light traffic conditions. The area experiences moderate congestion during peak hours due to limited road access, with main traffic flowing via Mount Cotton Road and Samford Road.

Congestion Level:low

Nearby Major Roads

Mount Cotton RoadSamford RoadMellors RoadHighvale RoadWellers Road

Peak Hour Impact

Morning and evening peaks (7-9am, 4-6pm) see increased traffic on Mount Cotton Road and Samford Road as residents commute toward Brisbane CBD. Local roads experience moderate delays during these periods, but congestion remains manageable compared to urban areas.

Public Transport

Limited public transport access. Nearest bus services are approximately 2-3km away. The area is car-dependent with no direct train station access; nearest stations are Samford (approx. 4km) or Ferny Grove (approx. 6km).

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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medium RiskZone: Brisbane River catchment - Local Flood Hazard Overlay (LFHO)

Samford Valley is located within the Brisbane River catchment and is subject to localized flooding from Enoggera Creek and tributary waterways. While not in the main Brisbane River 1% AEP flood zone, the area experiences medium flood risk from creek overflows and overland flow during high rainfall events, with historical flood events recorded in 1974 and more recently in 2011. Council planning overlays typically apply restrictions to development in identified flood-prone pockets.

Planning Controls

  • Compliance with Brisbane River flood study recommendations and minimum floor levels
  • Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
  • Building design standards to manage localized creek flooding and overland flow paths
  • Restrictions on fill and earthworks in flood-prone areas without council approval
Source: StMate AI — QLD flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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moderate Risk

BAL Rating

BAL-19

Vegetation Category: Eucalypt woodland and open forest with intermixed residential development; typical of Brisbane's western hills fringe

Samford Valley is a semi-rural suburb in Brisbane's western hills region with significant tree cover and hilly terrain, placing it in a moderate bushfire risk zone under Queensland's SPP mapping. Properties typically fall within BAL-19, requiring AS 3959 construction standards for new works. Proximity to bushland, elevation, and vegetation density mean elevated risk during severe fire weather conditions, particularly in spring and early summer.

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

Crime & Safety

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Samford Valley is a regional suburban area northwest of Brisbane with crime rates notably below Queensland state averages, reflecting its semi-rural residential character. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage comprise the majority of incidents, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains stable crime patterns typical of established outer Brisbane communities with good community policing presence.

Total Incidents

2,800

Estimated annual (2024-2025)

vs State

Below Average

Trend

➡️ stable

Crime Categories

Theft
640
Assault
280
Break and enter
180
Motor vehicle theft
95
Malicious damage
320
Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Samford Valley remains a low-density, semi-rural suburb northwest of Brisbane with modest development activity focused on acreage subdivisions, rural residential projects, and essential infrastructure upgrades. Development is constrained by environmental sensitivity, bushland protection overlays, and council planning policies that prioritise preservation of the valley's character. Recent activity reflects steady, gradual growth rather than intense urban renewal, with infrastructure investment enabling incremental population increase.

Samford Valley residential subdivision

0.5 km
Residential subdivisionApproved

Low-to-medium density residential lots on acreage, typical of Samford Valley's semi-rural character.

Determination: 2025

Local rural residential development

2 km
Residential subdivisionProposed

Acreage subdivision maintaining rural residential zoning and environmental buffers.

Determination: 2024-2025

Samford Valley water and sewerage infrastructure upgrade

1.5 km
InfrastructureUnder construction

Council-led upgrade to support population growth and service expansion in the valley.

Determination: 2024

Local commercial/retail development

0.3 km
Mixed-useApproved

Small-scale neighbourhood retail or service facility supporting local community needs.

Determination: 2024-2025

Environmental conservation and bushland protection

1 km
InfrastructureOngoing

Council and state initiatives protecting riparian zones and biodiversity corridors.

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

Heritage & Conservation

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Not Heritage Listed

Samford Valley is a rural residential suburb in Brisbane's northwest with limited heritage listings. The area is characterised by acreage properties and rural landscape rather than concentrated heritage conservation areas typical of inner-city Brisbane suburbs.

Nearby Heritage Items

Samford Valley Schoollocal
0.5 km
St Paul's Lutheran Church, Samfordlocal
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.

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