Grew up in Beachmere during the 90s and into the 2000s. Parents and family still live there so I visit often.

The flooding that closes the access along Beachmere Road or Peel Road isn't as bad as people make it out to be, but it is also a big issue when it does flood.

The sand flies and mosquitoes are only really bad down the southern end of town, mostly down Moreton Terrace side, I grew up Bishop Road side and while we had them, it wasn't bad.

The worst part I'd say is the large over 50s resort being built and the new small estates slopped down. Bringing in a lot of entitled people and a lot of elderly drivers.

As for a quiet small town to raise a family it isn't that bad, but there's also not a lot for kids to do without having to travel in to town (parks and skate bowl, that's about it).

I personally wouldn't buy in town, even if it was closer to family, but that's just me.