Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
96-98 Mackenzie Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Local Planning Scheme
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Riverbend is served by a local primary school and feeds into Waterford State High School as the main public secondary option. Catholic and alternative public secondaries (Marsden) are within 5 km. Families should confirm catchment boundaries directly with the QLD Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Riverbend is likely zoned for Riverbend State School (primary) and Waterford State High School (secondary); verify with QLD School Catchment Maps.
Nearby schools
Riverbend State School
In catchmentWaterford State High School
In catchmentSt Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Waterford Catholic High School
Marsden State High School
Reedy Creek School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
This Riverbend property is located in a quieter suburban area with moderate traffic flow. The location benefits from proximity to major arterial routes while maintaining residential tranquility.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and afternoon peak hours (7-9am, 4-6pm) experience moderate congestion on nearby arterial roads, particularly Pacific Motorway approaches. Local streets remain relatively clear during peaks.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000m to nearest bus routes; approximately 3-4km to Wynnum or similar railway stations, requiring private transport for most commutes
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Riverbend is located in the Mary River catchment area near Gympie, QLD, and is subject to significant flood risk from riverine inundation. Historical flooding events in the Mary River system (notably 1981 and 2013) have affected this region. Properties in Riverbend are likely to fall within a QLD flood overlay mapping area requiring flood-compliant development standards and floor level requirements.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with QLD City Council Development Assessment Rules for flood-prone land
- •Minimum floor levels set above the probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP design flood level
- •Flood impact assessment and hydraulic modelling required for development in mapped flood zones
- •Restrictions on filling, levees, and earthworks that may redirect floodwaters
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Riverbend is a fringe-rural suburb in the Brisbane region with moderate bushfire risk due to proximity to bushland and scattered vegetation. Properties in this area typically fall within BAL-19 rating under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping and require compliance with AS 3959 construction standards. Vegetation clearance, defensible space maintenance, and ember-resistant design features are recommended mitigation measures.
Crime & Safety
Riverbend experiences crime rates consistent with Queensland suburban averages, with theft and malicious damage being the most frequently reported offences. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns with no significant escalation or decline in recent years. Property-related crimes represent the majority of incidents, while violent crime remains proportionate to state benchmarks.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Riverbend shows moderate development activity typical of a regional Queensland suburb, focused on incremental infill residential growth, council-led local centre improvements, and essential utility augmentation. Development pressure remains constrained but steady, with most activity comprising small subdivisions, minor commercial upgrades, and supporting infrastructure rather than large-scale projects.
Riverbend Local Centre Upgrades
0.5 kmCouncil-led streetscape and amenity improvements to support local retail and community facilities.
Determination: 2025
Residential Infill – Lot Subdivisions
1.2 kmSmall-scale lot fragmentation and infill housing on underutilised residential blocks across the suburb.
Determination: 2024-2025
Water and Sewerage Network Augmentation
2 kmUtility upgrades to support increased residential density and infill development in Riverbend's growth corridor.
Determination: 2025
Mixed-Use Town Centre Redevelopment
0.3 kmSmall-scale retail, office and residential conversion of aging commercial precincts in the town centre.
Determination: 2026
Heritage & Conservation
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