Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
10 Addison Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
RES-1
Low Density Residential
LEP: Devonport City Council Local Planning Scheme
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Devonport is served primarily by two well-established public schools: Devonport High School and Devonport Primary School. The area has limited Catholic secondary options nearby but access to independent schools such as St Pauls Lutheran Primary. Families should confirm exact catchment zoning with the Tasmanian Department of Education, as boundaries can shift.
Likely public catchment
Properties in central Devonport are typically zoned for Devonport Primary School (primary) and Devonport High School (secondary); verify current catchment boundaries with the Tasmanian Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Devonport High School
In catchmentDevonport Primary School
In catchmentEast Devonport Primary School
Spreyton Primary School
St Pauls Lutheran Primary School
Latrobe High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
10 Addison Street in Devonport is located in a residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property is well-positioned for local access with reasonable connectivity to the town center and main arterials.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion. Light traffic increases during morning and afternoon commute times, particularly on Stewart Street and the Bass Highway approach, but delays are typically under 5 minutes.
Public Transport
Devonport public transport (local bus services) is accessible within 400-600 meters. The nearest bus stops on local routes are within walking distance of the property.
Public Transport
2 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Don Junction (1.2km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Don Junction
train
Devonport Interchange
bus
Flood Risk
Devonport is located on the north coast of Tasmania near the Mersey River estuary, which presents moderate flood risk during high rainfall and storm surge events. The town has experienced historical flooding, particularly in low-lying and riverside areas. Tasmania's planning overlay system applies flood constraints to identified risk zones, requiring assessment and mitigation measures for new development in affected areas.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Tasmanian Planning Scheme flood-related planning controls
- •Flood risk assessment may be required for development in identified flood-prone zones
- •Building design standards to account for probable maximum flood (PMF) or defined design flood levels
- •Consultation with relevant drainage authorities (Devonport City Council) for stormwater and river management
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Devonport is a coastal town in north-west Tasmania with relatively low bushfire risk due to its predominantly cleared, developed character and proximity to the coast. While some peripheral and elevated areas may experience moderate risk during severe fire weather, the town's established urban footprint and limited continuous heavy vegetation limit overall exposure. Properties in central Devonport are unlikely to fall within TFS bushfire-prone area mapping.
Crime & Safety
Devonport, located in Tasmania's northwest, experiences crime rates modestly above the Tasmanian average, driven primarily by theft and assault incidents. The suburb maintains a relatively stable crime profile with no significant recent escalation. Property crime and personal safety incidents remain the primary concerns for residents.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Devonport is experiencing modest, regionally-focused development activity centred on waterfront revitalisation, local commercial renewal, and support infrastructure. Development pressure is low to moderate relative to southern Tasmanian centres, with emphasis on tourism, heritage conservation, and maintenance of existing regional role rather than significant growth-driven expansion.
Devonport Waterfront Precinct Revitalisation
0.5 kmCouncil-led waterfront activation project including public realm upgrades, tourism facilities, and mixed-use development along the Don River foreshore.
Determination: 2025-2027
Residential subdivision - East Devonport
2 kmSmall-scale suburban lot division creating 8-12 new residential allotments in outer residential zone.
Determination: 2024-2025
Mersey River Bridge replacement / upgrades
1.5 kmState-level bridge maintenance and capacity improvement project to support regional connectivity and freight movement.
Determination: 2025-2026
Retail/service expansion - Devonport CBD
0.3 kmSmall-scale commercial infill and façade improvement in the central business district targeting local services and visitor amenities.
Tasmanian Wood Innovation Precinct
3 kmPotential advanced manufacturing and timber processing facility targeting regional economic diversification and employment creation.
Heritage & Conservation
Devonport is a historic port town in north-western Tasmania with a well-established heritage conservation area centred on the town centre and waterfront precinct. Properties within the overlay are subject to heritage controls that protect the character of late 19th and early 20th century commercial and residential buildings. The area reflects Devonport's importance as a maritime and agricultural hub, with numerous contributory structures requiring sympathetic management.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •External alterations require heritage approval
- •Demolition or removal of original fabric prohibited without consent
- •New construction must be sympathetic to character and context
- •Fenestration and roofline modifications subject to heritage assessment
Nearby Heritage Items