Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Piara
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential zone
LEP: Town of Kwinana Local Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
9m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Waters is a developing residential suburb in Perth's south-east with strong access to public primary and secondary education. The local public schools (Waters Primary, Thornlie Secondary) are the main catchment options, supplemented by nearby Catholic schools including St. Anthony's Primary and Mazenod College. Families should confirm exact catchment zones with the WA education authority.
Likely public catchment
Waters is likely zoned for Waters Primary School and Thornlie Secondary College as the public catchment schools; however, verify current catchment boundaries with the WA Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Waters Primary School
In catchmentThornlie Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Anthony's Primary School
Mazenod College
Thornlie Primary School
Ranford Road Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Piara Waters is a developing suburb in Perth's southern corridor with relatively light traffic conditions. The area benefits from good connectivity via Kwinana Freeway access and is still experiencing infrastructure development.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours show moderate increases in traffic on Kwinana Freeway approaches, particularly toward Perth CBD and Fremantle directions. Local roads remain relatively clear due to lower residential density.
Public Transport
Approximately 1.5-2km to nearest planned public transport corridors. Current public transport access is limited; closest existing services are in adjacent suburbs like Harrisdale, approximately 2-3km away.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Waters is a residential suburb in Perth's northern corridor with low flood risk. The area sits on relatively elevated terrain with established stormwater drainage systems typical of Perth's developed suburbs. No major flood-prone waterways or historical flood overlays are known to affect this locality, though standard WA drainage and water management controls apply to new development.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission guidelines for water management and drainage design
- •Local authority requirements for stormwater management and detention basins
- •Consideration of Perth's generally elevated topography and established drainage infrastructure
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Waters is a small locality in Western Australia's exurban fringe with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding native vegetation and distance from major urban centres. Properties in this area are likely to fall within BAL-19 or BAL-29 zones under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Standard BAL-19 construction requirements should be applied; verification with local DFES mapping is essential.
Crime & Safety
Waters, WA experiences crime rates consistent with Western Australian suburban averages. Property-related crimes including theft comprise the majority of reported incidents. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with no significant escalation trends.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Waters is experiencing steady residential infill development typical of emerging outer Perth suburbs, with a focus on suburban family housing and incremental town centre activation. Council pipeline activity reflects efforts to establish local services, schools and road infrastructure to support population growth. Development pressure remains moderate, with a mix of subdivision expansion and selective medium-density residential near emerging commercial nodes.
Waters Town Centre Mixed-Use Development
0.5 kmTown centre activation focusing on retail, services and medium-density residential above ground floor commercial.
Residential Subdivision - North Waters Estate Stage 2
1.2 kmLarge-lot family residential subdivision delivering single and dual occupancy dwellings across multiple stages.
Waters Primary School Expansion
0.8 kmEducational facility expansion to support growing residential population in the precinct.
Local Retail Precinct DA - Waters Centre
0.3 kmNeighbourhood shopping centre with convenience retail, medical services and associated parking.
Medium-Density Residential - Waters Village Apartments
1.5 km3-4 storey apartment building targeting first-home buyers and downsizers near transport corridors.
Road and Drainage Infrastructure Upgrade
0.7 kmLocal road widening and stormwater management to support increased residential densification.
Heritage & Conservation
Waters is a small rural locality in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region with minimal formal heritage listing or conservation area designation. The area is primarily agricultural with scattered rural residential properties, and lacks the concentrated heritage character typical of established inner-city suburbs or historic town centres. Individual properties may have local historical significance, but statutory heritage protection is unlikely to be extensive.
Nearby Heritage Items