Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Lot 12 Barndon Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential (R20)
LEP: Shire of York Local Planning Scheme No. 2
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Spencers Brook is a small rural suburb in the Avon region, approximately 90 km north-east of Perth. The area is served primarily by Northam's public schools, with Spencers Brook Primary providing local primary education. Catholic and independent secondary options require travel to Perth or regional boarding arrangements.
Likely public catchment
Spencers Brook is likely zoned to Northam Primary School and Northam Senior High School, though Spencers Brook Primary School serves the immediate locality. Always verify catchment with the WA Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Northam Primary School
In catchmentNortham Senior High School
In catchmentSpencers Brook Primary School
St Joseph's Primary School, Northam
Mercy College, Perth
Cunderdin Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Spencers Brook is a rural locality with minimal traffic congestion. The property is located on a quiet local street with very light vehicle movement typical of regional Western Australia.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact due to rural location. Light traffic typical of regional areas with no significant congestion events expected.
Public Transport
Limited public transport access. Nearest services likely 15-20km away. Private vehicle essential for this location.
Public Transport
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Overpass returned 504
Flood Risk
Spencers Brook is a small rural locality in the Avon catchment region of Western Australia with low documented flood risk. No major flood overlays or specific flood study areas are known to apply to this locality. Properties should still be assessed individually for proximity to minor watercourses and drainage lines, particularly given the Avon River system's seasonal flow characteristics.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission guidelines for flood-prone land (WAPC Bulletin 565)
- •Local planning scheme flood-risk assessment requirements for development near watercourses
- •Avon River catchment consideration for downstream flood impacts
- •Drainage and stormwater management standards per local authority
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Spencers Brook is a rural locality in the Northam region of Western Australia with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding native vegetation and bushland. Properties are likely to fall within a BAL-19 zone under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping, requiring standard bushfire mitigation measures and appropriate construction standards. The area's elevation and scattered but continuous vegetation patterns present moderate exposure to bushfire risk, particularly during severe fire weather periods.
Crime & Safety
Spencers Brook is a small rural locality in Western Australia with crime rates significantly below state averages. The suburb experiences relatively low incident rates across all major crime categories, typical of regional agricultural communities. Crime trends remain stable with minimal fluctuation year-on-year.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Spencers Brook is a small rural townsite in the Shire of Northam experiencing modest infill development and infrastructure investment rather than substantial growth. Development activity is primarily driven by localised residential infill, regional broadband connectivity initiatives, and essential community facility upgrades. The area maintains its agricultural character with limited large-scale commercial or residential pressures.
Spencers Brook townsite infill residential
0.5 kmSmall-scale infill development adding 8-12 residential lots within existing townsite boundaries.
Determination: 2025
Shire of Northam broadband infrastructure
2 kmRegional broadband rollout connecting Spencers Brook and surrounding villages to improved connectivity.
Determination: 2024
Local agricultural services facility upgrade
1 kmExpansion of rural service hub including grain handling and farm supply infrastructure.
Determination: 2025-2026
Spencers Brook primary school refurbishment
0.3 kmEducational facility upgrades and modernisation of existing school buildings.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Spencers Brook is a rural locality in the Shire of Northam with minimal heritage overlay protection. The area contains scattered early settlement buildings including a historic hotel and church, but these are not formally listed on the WA Heritage Council register. Most properties in this regional area fall outside formal heritage conservation areas.
Nearby Heritage Items