Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Lot 2 Leabrook Dr
Zoning & Regional Plan
GD
General Residential
LEP: City of Salisbury Development Plan
Height Limit
9m
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Para Hills offers a mix of accessible public schools (Para Hills Primary and Salisbury High as the main catchment options) alongside independent and Catholic alternatives within a few kilometres. The suburb has solid community school options suitable for families; neighbouring suburbs provide additional secondary choices including specialist programs at Telopea Park.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Para Hills are typically zoned for Para Hills Primary School and Salisbury High School as the main public catchment schools. Verify current catchment boundaries with the SA Education Department.
Nearby schools
Para Hills Primary School
In catchmentSalisbury High School
In catchmentSt Michael Lutheran Primary School
Paralowie Primary School
Pooraka Primary School
Telopea Park School
Marcellin College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Para Hills is a suburban area in Adelaide's northern region with generally light to moderate traffic conditions. The property has reasonable access via local roads, with moderate congestion during peak hours on arterial routes connecting to the CBD.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours show increased traffic on Grand Junction Road and Torrens Road as commuters travel to/from the CBD. Local residential streets remain relatively clear but experience higher volumes during these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000 meters to nearest bus stops serviced by Adelaide Metro. Para Hills railway station is approximately 2.5km away, requiring vehicle or longer walk access.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Stop 39A Kesters Road - South West side (1.0km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Stop 39A Kesters Road - South West side
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Stop 39A Kesters Road - North East side
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Stop 39G Williamson Road - North side
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Stop 39G Williamson Road - South side
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Stop 39 Kesters Road - South West side
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Stop 39 Kesters Road - North East side
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Stop 39 Main North Road - East side
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Stop 39F Williamson Road - North East side
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Stop 39F Williamson Road - South West side
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Stop 39 Main North Road - West side
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Flood Risk
Para Hills is an elevated suburban area in Adelaide's foothills with no major river or creek overlays that would trigger formal flood-risk controls. Historical flood records for the locality are minimal. While minor stormwater management is standard for SA development, Para Hills is not recognised as a flood-affected suburb and carries low flood risk.
Planning Controls
- •SA Planning and Design Code (PDC) flood and stormwater management provisions
- •Local stormwater management requirements via Adelaide Hills Council
- •Site-specific flood risk assessment may be required for development in proximity to minor watercourses
- •Compliance with SA State Emergency Management Plan for flood-prone areas
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Para Hills is a suburban locality in Adelaide's northern fringe with moderate vegetation cover but substantial urban infrastructure. While elevated terrain and remnant bushland in nearby areas present some risk, the suburb itself is predominantly developed residential with limited continuous fuel sources, resulting in a low overall bushfire risk profile. Properties should still maintain standard bushfire-ready practices and verify specific block-level CFS designations.
Crime & Safety
Para Hills is an outer northern suburb of Adelaide with crime rates exceeding South Australian averages, with property crimes (theft and malicious damage) comprising the largest categories. Assault incidents represent a notable proportion of reported crime. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns consistent with similar socioeconomic outer metropolitan areas.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Para Hills shows moderate infill development activity typical of mature northern Adelaide suburbs, with approvals concentrated in residential subdivision and dual-occupancy projects responding to land scarcity. Infrastructure upgrades and local retail precinct modernisation support gradual densification, though the area remains primarily low-to-medium density residential. Activity is driven by Council urban renewal strategy and proximity to transport corridors rather than major speculative development.
Para Hills West residential infill
1.2 kmMulti-lot residential subdivision targeting established housing stock renewal in western precinct.
Determination: 2025
Local shopping precinct upgrades
0.8 kmRetail and community facility modernisation along main commercial corridor.
Determination: 2024-2025
Medium-density residential DA cluster
1.5 kmDual-occupancy and townhouse developments across multiple approvals in surrounding streets.
Determination: 2025
Council infrastructure improvements
0.5 kmRoad and stormwater drainage upgrades to support increased residential densification.
Determination: 2024-2025
Nearby Salisbury urban renewal precinct
3.5 kmBroader northern Adelaide regional renewal focusing on transit-oriented development and mixed-use intensification.
Determination: 2026
Heritage & Conservation
Para Hills is a mid-20th century suburban development in Adelaide's north-eastern hills with limited heritage significance. The suburb contains few individually listed heritage places and no formal conservation area overlay. Most properties are post-1960s residential development without heritage constraints.
Nearby Heritage Items