Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Lot 69 Finch Rd
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Ipswich City Plan 2017
Height Limit
9m (or 2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Redbank Plains is a growth area west of Brisbane with strong local state school options. Redbank Plains SS and Plainland State Secondary College serve as the primary catchment schools, complemented by nearby Catholic and independent alternatives including St. John's and St. Andrew's Lutheran College.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Redbank Plains are most likely zoned for Redbank Plains State School (primary) and Plainland State Secondary College (secondary); verify with the Queensland Department of Education via School Catchments online.
Nearby schools
Redbank Plains State School
In catchmentPlainland State School
Plainland State Secondary College
In catchmentSt. John's Catholic Primary School, Plainland
St. Andrew's Lutheran College
Laidley State High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Lot 69 Finch Rd, Redbank Plains is located in a suburban area with moderate traffic flow. The property has good access to major regional routes with relatively light congestion during off-peak hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Moderate peak-hour impacts during morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) commute periods, particularly on Cunningham Highway. Local roads experience increased traffic but generally maintain reasonable flow.
Public Transport
Limited public transport access. Nearest bus services approximately 1-1.5km away. No railway station within 5km radius. Private vehicle recommended for commuting.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: School Rd at Alawoona Street (0.4km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
School Rd at Alawoona Street
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Alawoona St at Ingles Drive
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Ingles Dr at McNamara Place
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Cedar Rd at Orana Street
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School Rd near Fernbrooke Bvd
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Cedar Rd at Kentucky Street
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Fernbrooke Bvd at Ingles Drive
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Kanangra St at Cedar Road
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Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve
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Kanangra St near Lemana St
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Flood Risk
Redbank Plains is located in the Logan River catchment, approximately 40 km south-west of Brisbane, and has experienced overland flow and creek flooding during significant rainfall events. Properties in this area are likely to fall within or near QLD City Council's flood overlay mapping, attracting medium flood risk due to proximity to tributaries and local drainage constraints. Standard flood planning controls and developer obligations typically apply under Queensland's Planning and Development Code.
Planning Controls
- •Likely subject to QLD City Flood Overlay or equivalent local planning scheme flood mapping based on 1% AEP (100-year) flood event
- •Development approval and building work may require flood-resilient design, elevated floor levels, or flood-impact assessment depending on zone classification
- •Mandatory notification of flood risk to purchasers under Queensland's Seller's Property Information Statement (SPIS)
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Redbank Plains is a suburban locality in the Ipswich region with predominantly residential and developed land use, situated on relatively flat terrain. Bushfire risk is low due to urban density, limited contiguous vegetation, and distance from major bushland interfaces. Properties are unlikely to fall within Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping, though site-specific assessment is recommended for properties with elevated or isolated positions near remnant bushland.
Crime & Safety
Redbank Plains, located in the Ipswich region of Queensland, experiences crime rates broadly consistent with outer suburban areas in the state. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter remain the primary concerns, with assault incidents at moderate levels. The suburb maintains a relatively stable crime profile with no significant escalation trends.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Redbank Plains is experiencing moderate infill development and local amenity upgrades as part of broader Ipswich City growth. The area shows steady residential DA activity centred on subdivision and medium-density infill within the existing township, supported by regional road and community infrastructure projects. Development intensity reflects typical outer-suburban demand with emphasis on housing supply and local services improvement rather than large-scale urban renewal.
Redbank Plains residential infill
0.5 kmMedium-density residential infill development on underutilised land within Redbank Plains township area.
Determination: 2025
Local shopping precinct upgrade
1.2 kmTown centre renewal including retail, services and mixed-use development targeting improved local amenities.
Determination: 2026
Regional road corridor improvement
2 kmIpswich City Council road upgrade to support traffic flow and connectivity in the broader Redbank Plains locality.
Determination: 2024-2025
Residential estate expansion (adjacent)
3.5 kmStaged residential estate expansion in neighbouring precinct providing additional housing supply.
Determination: 2025-2026
School facilities upgrade
1.8 kmLocal primary school infrastructure expansion to support growing school-age population.
Determination: 2025
Heritage & Conservation
Redbank Plains is a modern outer suburban growth area in the Ipswich region with minimal heritage overlay protection. While the broader Redbank locality has some early rural heritage items of local significance, the Plains subdivision itself is predominantly post-1990s residential development with limited heritage constraints.
Nearby Heritage Items