Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
13 Finch Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
RES
Residential Zone
LEP: Ulverstone Planning Scheme 2013
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Ulverstone is a coastal town in Tasmania's North-West with well-established public primary and secondary schools serving the local community. St. Patrick's Primary offers a Catholic alternative nearby. Families should verify exact catchment boundaries with the Tasmanian Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Ulverstone are likely zoned for Ulverstone Primary School and Ulverstone Secondary College as the primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Ulverstone Primary School
In catchmentPenguin Primary School
Ulverstone Secondary College
In catchmentSt. Patrick's Primary School, Ulverstone
Penguin Secondary College
Devonport High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
13 Finch Street, Ulverstone is located in a residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property has good local connectivity via Finch Street and proximity to the Princes Highway, which is the main transport corridor through the region.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion expected in the immediate residential area. The Princes Highway may experience moderate traffic during morning and evening commute periods, particularly for regional travel between Ulverstone and Launceston or Hobart, but residential streets remain relatively clear.
Public Transport
Ulverstone is serviced by Tasmanian local bus networks. The nearest public transport stop is likely within 400-600 meters. Regional coach services operate along the Princes Highway approximately 1-1.5km away for longer-distance travel.
Public Transport
5 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Ulverstone Interchange Stop B (0.7km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Ulverstone Interchange Stop B
bus
Ulverstone Interchange Stop A
bus
Grove St before Jermyn St
bus
No.7 Hobbs Pde
bus
No.18 Hobbs Pde
bus
Flood Risk
Ulverstone is located in the Leven River catchment on Tasmania's north coast and has experienced significant flooding historically, particularly during severe rainfall and storm surge events. Properties in low-lying areas near the Leven River estuary and coastal flats face elevated flood risk. The Tasmania Planning Scheme includes flood overlays in susceptible zones; property-specific risk assessment is recommended, especially for land within or near mapped flood extents.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Tasmanian Planning Scheme flood-related provisions and hazard mapping
- •Consideration of Leven River flood extent maps and historical flood events
- •Development setbacks and floor level requirements in mapped flood-prone areas
- •Stormwater management and drainage design to accommodate overland flow paths
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Ulverstone is a coastal town in northwestern Tasmania with relatively low bushfire risk due to its proximity to the ocean, urban development patterns, and the cooler, wetter Tasmanian climate. While some surrounding areas have native eucalypt and forest vegetation, the town itself is largely developed with limited fuel loads in immediate proximity to residential areas. Properties in Ulverstone typically fall outside high-risk bushfire-prone zones under TFS mapping, though properties with bushland interfaces should maintain standard defensible space.
Crime & Safety
Ulverstone, a regional coastal town in Tasmania, experiences crime rates generally below the Tasmanian average, characteristic of smaller regional communities. Property-related offences such as theft remain the most prevalent category, though violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains a stable crime trend with no significant escalation in recent years.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Ulverstone is experiencing steady, incremental development focused on CBD revitalisation, waterfront precinct activation, and modest residential infill. The broader Central Coast corridor (Ulverstone–Devonport–Launceston) is seeing renewed tourism and retirement migration investment, with council-led public realm upgrades and private sector interest in heritage adaptive reuse and mixed-use waterfront projects.
Ulverstone CBD Streetscape Upgrade
0 kmCentral Street and Main Street public realm improvements including pedestrian amenities, parking reconfiguration, and retail frontage activation.
Determination: 2024
Riverside Residential Subdivision
1.5 kmMulti-stage residential development yielding approximately 40-50 dwelling lots on land near the Leven River.
Mixed-use Waterfront Precinct
0.5 kmProposed conversion of underutilised waterfront land into residential apartments, hospitality, and maritime heritage uses aligned with regional tourism strategy.
Local Tourism Facility Upgrade
2 kmRegional visitor centre and carpark expansion supporting Tasmanian North Coast tourism corridor development.
Medium-density Residential DA
0.8 kmCompact multi-unit residential building (15-20 units) targeting downsizers and young families in established residential zone.
Heritage & Conservation
Ulverstone is a historic coastal town with significant maritime and industrial heritage dating from the 19th century. The town centre and waterfront precinct contain numerous heritage-listed buildings reflecting its importance as a port and fishing centre. Local heritage overlays apply to key areas, particularly the CBD and foreshore, restricting major alterations and demolition of character properties.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Alterations to heritage facades and storefronts require council approval
- •Demolition of heritage-listed buildings generally prohibited without exemption
- •New development must respect streetscape character and building setbacks
- •Extensions limited in scale and design to complement original structures
Nearby Heritage Items