Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
147 Connolly Road
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Scenic Rim Regional Council Planning Scheme 2020
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Geham is a small rural locality in the scenic Beaudesert region south of Brisbane. Geham State School provides local primary education, while secondary students typically attend Beaudesert State High School. Limited independent options exist nearby, with St Michael's Lutheran offering an alternative primary choice for families preferring non-government schooling.
Likely public catchment
Geham is likely zoned for Geham State School (primary) and Beaudesert State High School (secondary). Verify current catchment boundaries with the QLD Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Geham State School
In catchmentBeaudesert State School
Beaudesert State High School
In catchmentSt Michael's Lutheran Primary School, Beaudesert
Harristown State School
Rathdowney State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
147 Connolly Road in Geham is located in a rural area of Queensland with generally light traffic conditions. The property benefits from relatively quiet local roads with minimal congestion typical of outer suburban/regional locations.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour impact. Light to moderate increases during morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) commute periods, primarily affecting Mount Lindesay Highway and M1 access routes. Local Connolly Road remains relatively clear.
Public Transport
Limited public transport. Nearest bus services approximately 2-3km away via local routes. Geham area relies primarily on private vehicle access. Nearest major transit hubs accessible via 10-15km travel.
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
Geham is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of southeast Queensland with no documented major flood overlays or known exposure to significant catchment flood hazards. The area is situated away from major waterways such as the Mary River and associated tributaries that generate state-level flood risk. Local drainage and minor creek management represent the primary flood-related planning considerations.
Planning Controls
- •Standard QLD planning scheme flood-related provisions apply based on regional council requirements
- •Property-level flood risk assessment may be required for development in proximity to minor watercourses
- •Stormwater management and drainage design standards per Queensland Development Code
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Geham is a rural locality in the Scenic Rim region of south-east Queensland, situated in bushfire-prone terrain with eucalyptus woodland and elevated topography. Properties in this area typically fall within BAL-19 to BAL-29 zones depending on immediate vegetation density and slope. Building design and defensible space standards under AS 3959 should be implemented.
Crime & Safety
Geham is a small regional suburb in Queensland with crime rates generally below state averages. The suburb experiences relatively low incidents of serious crime including motor vehicle theft and break-ins. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage remain the primary crime concerns, though overall community safety appears stable.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Geham is a small rural locality within the Scenic Rim region of Queensland, with minimal high-density development activity. The area is characterised by low-density residential and agricultural uses, with most development pressure concentrated in nearby regional hubs like Boonah. Infrastructure and rural subdivision proposals represent the typical pipeline for this semi-rural locality.
Geham Rural Residential Subdivision
0.5 kmSmall-scale rural residential development maintaining low-density character typical of the Geham locality.
Local Road Upgrade – Geham-Boonah Road
1.2 kmRegional road maintenance and safety upgrade project supporting regional connectivity in the Scenic Rim region.
Boonah Town Centre Mixed-Use Renewal
8 kmRegional hub renewal targeting improved retail, service and community facilities in the Scenic Rim district.
Rural Agribusiness Facility Development
3.5 kmAgricultural support facility serving the broad-acre and specialty farming community across the region.
Heritage & Conservation
Geham is a small rural locality in Queensland with limited documented heritage listings or conservation overlays. As a dispersed rural area rather than an established town centre or inner-city suburb, it typically lacks the concentrated heritage infrastructure of more urbanised regions.