Pelican Point is predominantly developed for low density large single houses that are very good in condition. The local area encompasses or adjoins an 18 hole golf course (Sanctuary Golf Resort), two pockets of commercial uses and a caravan park. The local area is divided into three housing estates defined by the golf course and canals (Sanctuary Golf Estate and Grand Canals) which are linked by a dual access path across Estuary Drive and along Old Coast Road. Surrounding local areas include Glen Iris – Moorlands, Vittoria (Bunbury Inner Harbour) and the City boundary.
Development of the three estate occurred between 1993-1997, with the exception of a small land release in 2003 and the proposed shopping centre approved in 2007, yet to be constructed.
A recently developed car wash on the corner of Estuary Drive and Old Coast Road has altered the residential amenity on the north-eastern corner of the estate which has always been zoned for a Neighbourhood Centre, but never acted upon, a possible service station and / or fast food outlet may ensue.
The state houses a boat launch ramp and extensive car parking and public toilets to the north to accommodate recreational boating facilities as the canals open onto the mouth of the Collie River.
Views over the Leschenault Estuary extend to the Inner Harbour, Turkey Point, and the CBD as well as to coastal reserves including Belvedere Beach and surrounding dunes.
Within the three estates there are two sets of private tennis courts for residents only, and a spread of pocket parks. The periphery of the estates is linked with foreshore reserves and lineal parks. The canals are considered a community asset for recreation sea crafts, residents have access to private jetties and therefore the canals form a part of the allocated public open space.
Pelican Point is well landscaped throughout; established native trees are in the park areas and along the median strips which creates a natural linkage between the streetscapes and open spaces.
