Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
14 Richfield Court
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Townsville City Plan 2014
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Deeragun is a residential suburb in Townsville with strong local public school options, including the nearby Deeragun State School. Secondary-age students typically feed to Thuringowa State High School. Catholic and independent alternatives (Sacred Heart, St Andrew's, Townsville Grammar) provide choice within a 2–5 km radius.
Likely public catchment
Deeragun is likely zoned for Deeragun State School (primary) and Thuringowa State High School (secondary); verify via Queensland School Catchments.
Nearby schools
Deeragun State School
In catchmentThuringowa State High School
In catchmentSacred Heart Catholic Primary School
St Andrew's Catholic High School
Townsville Grammar School
Kirwan State High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
14 Richfield Court, Deeragun is situated in a residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property has good access to major arterial routes via Beecher Street and the Bruce Highway, which are within reasonable proximity.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minor peak-hour impacts during morning and evening commute times on Beecher Street and Bruce Highway access routes, but residential streets in the immediate area remain clear.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-600 meters to nearest Townsville Transit bus stops; local bus routes provide access to Townsville CBD and surrounding areas.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Deeragun is a suburb of Townsville, QLD, located in a coastal/semi-coastal setting with exposure to local stormwater catchment flooding and potential storm surge/tidal influences. While not on a major river system like the Brisbane or Logan, the area is subject to Townsville City Council's flood overlays reflecting historical local flooding events and tropical rainfall patterns. Properties in identified flood zones typically require elevated floor levels and flood-resilient design.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Townsville City Council's local flood study and planning scheme flood overlay requirements
- •Finished floor level requirements relative to probable maximum flood (PMF) or defined design flood event
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
- •Building design standards to minimise flood damage and ensure safe evacuation
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Deeragun is a coastal suburb in Townsville, QLD, located in a predominantly low-risk bushfire zone. The area is characterised by scattered vegetation and grassland typical of tropical Queensland coastal development, with limited areas of dense bush. Properties in this locality typically fall outside high-risk Bushfire Prone Areas under SPP mapping.
Crime & Safety
Deeragun is a residential suburb in Townsville, Queensland with crime rates generally below state averages. The suburb experiences typical property and minor crime consistent with regional Queensland communities. Overall crime conditions remain relatively stable with no significant escalation trends.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Deeragun is experiencing steady residential infill and incremental neighbourhood consolidation as part of broader south Townsville growth. Development activity is predominantly low-to-medium density residential subdivision with supporting local retail and community infrastructure. The area benefits from proximity to Townsville CBD and regional transport corridors, driving modest but consistent development pressure over the medium term.
Deeragun residential infill
0 kmContinued low-to-medium density residential infill across vacant and underutilised land parcels within Deeragun locality.
Determination: 2025-2027
Townsville CBD to Deeragun corridor improvements
2 kmRegional transport and connectivity upgrades along major access routes linking Townsville CBD southward.
Local retail/commercial DA
0.5 kmSmall-scale neighbourhood shopping centre or convenience retail expansion serving local residential catchment.
Determination: 2024-2025
South Townsville urban renewal precinct
3 kmBroader south Townsville urban infill and renewal activity incorporating residential, commercial and community services.
Educational or community facility
1.5 kmLocal primary/secondary school expansion or community centre upgrade to support population growth.
Heritage & Conservation
Deeragun is a modern outer-northern suburb of Townsville with minimal heritage significance. The area is predominantly residential with post-1970s development and does not fall within a heritage conservation area or local heritage overlay.
Nearby Heritage Items