Suburb Insights / Mermaid Waters, QLD 4218

Mermaid Waters, QLD 4218

Understand the key property risks, planning considerations and lifestyle factors that matter in Mermaid Waters.

Overview of Mermaid Waters, QLD 4218

Mermaid Waters Suburb Overview

Located just 5.58 km from Gold Coast city, Mermaid Waters, QLD 4218, is a suburb with specific environmental and planning considerations that buyers should be aware of. A Develo Property Report can provide detailed insights into these factors to assist in informed property purchasing decisions.

Suburb Quick Facts

  • Local Government Area
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  • Distance to CBD
    5.6 km
  • Population
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  • Dominant Zoning
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Key Property Risk Factors

Bushfire Risk

Mermaid Waters records show no bushfire risk events, indicating the area is outside significant bushfire hazard zones.

Character

This suburb includes heritage-listed places and areas near local heritage sites, which may affect development and renovation permissions.

Coastal Flood Risk

Coastal hazard overlays indicate that properties in Mermaid Waters may be affected by storm-tide related coastal flooding.

Data Limitations

There are designated limited data areas within Mermaid Waters, suggesting some datasets may require further verification.

Easements

Multiple easement records exist in Mermaid Waters that define access rights and may impact property use or development.

Environment

Environmental overlays include core koala habitat and other significant ecological areas, which could influence land use and conservation requirements.

Flood History

Historical flood event records show that properties in Mermaid Waters have experienced flood impact, important for risk assessment.

Flood Planning Risk

Flood planning overlays indicate that flood assessments are required for property developments due to potential flood depths in the area.

Flood Risk

Mermaid Waters properties are subject to varying flood risk levels including rare to frequent flood events according to local flood risk data.

Internet Availability

Broadband and wireless internet services are available across Mermaid Waters, supporting connectivity needs.

Noise

Noise overlays show properties may be close to highways or arterial roads, potentially impacting noise levels.

Power

Several types of power infrastructure are mapped within Mermaid Waters, including power lines and substations near residential areas.

Public Transport

Bus and ferry stop data indicate accessible public transport options are available within the suburb.

School Catchments

Mermaid Waters falls within designated catchment areas for primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary schools, useful for families to know.

Sewer

Extensive sewer infrastructure including gravity mains and maintenance structures are present, indicating established sewer services.

State Flood Planning

State government coastal flood overlays apply to properties in Mermaid Waters and may influence development approvals.

Steep Land

Land contour data suggests Mermaid Waters has relatively gentle slopes with no significant steep land issues affecting development.

Stormwater

Stormwater infrastructure is present through pipes and related assets, supporting property drainage management.

Vegetation

Vegetation protection zones cover parts of Mermaid Waters, including areas with significant habitat and remnant vegetation overlays.

Water

Water supply infrastructure including mains and recycled water pipes is mapped within Mermaid Waters, supporting municipal water needs.

Zoning

Properties in Mermaid Waters are subject to local zoning regulations under the Gold Coast City Plan, impacting land use and development.

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