Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
17/14 Hermitage Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme 2014
Height Limit
9m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Airlie Beach is a coastal tourist hub with a small local primary school and catchment to Proserpine State High School. Catholic and independent options are available within 10 km but require private transport. Families should confirm exact catchment boundaries with QLD Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Airlie Beach are likely zoned for Airlie Beach State School (primary) and Proserpine State High School (secondary); however, verify with the Queensland Department of Education catchment boundaries.
Nearby schools
Airlie Beach State School
In catchmentCannonvale State School
Proserpine State High School
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Catholic School
Whitsunday Anglican School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
17/14 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach is located in a residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property benefits from quiet local streets with reasonable access to main routes via Shingley Drive and the Airlie Beach bypass.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion on Hermitage Drive itself. Some increased traffic on Shingley Drive and the bypass during school hours (8-9am, 3-4pm) and tourist season peaks, but residential area experiences relatively light vehicular movement.
Public Transport
Airlie Beach is serviced by local bus routes approximately 400-600m away. Nearest bus stops on Shingley Drive accessible by short walk. Limited frequent public transport compared to major urban centers.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Airlie Beach is a coastal township in the Whitsunday region subject to both riverine flooding from local creek systems (particularly Airlie Creek) and storm surge risk from tropical cyclones and severe weather events. The Whitsunday local government area has commissioned flood studies covering the township, resulting in mapped flood overlays that trigger planning controls for vulnerable land uses. While not affected by major named river systems like those in southeast Queensland, the combination of creek inundation and coastal hazards warrants medium flood-risk classification.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor level requirements relative to Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or 1% AEP event
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment for development in mapped flood-prone areas
- •Restrictions on fill material and ground level modifications in flood-affected zones
- •Consideration of storm surge hazard in addition to riverine flooding from local creeks and waterways
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Airlie Beach is a coastal town in the Whitsunday region with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding eucalypt woodlands and elevated terrain inland. Properties, particularly those on the fringe or hillside locations, may fall within mapped Bushfire Prone Areas under Queensland SPP3 planning scheme. Most residential areas in the town centre carry lower risk, but properties with vegetation exposure or on elevated land warrant BAL assessment and AS 3959 compliance for construction.
Crime & Safety
Airlie Beach experiences elevated crime rates relative to Queensland average, likely driven by its high tourism influx and seasonal population fluctuations. Theft and property crime dominate the crime profile, with opportunistic offences targeting visitors and holiday accommodation. Crime levels remain relatively stable year-to-year despite seasonal variations.
Total Incidents
3,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Airlie Beach is experiencing moderate development activity centred on tourism-led residential and mixed-use projects, with significant council focus on foreshore revitalisation and public realm improvements. Regional infrastructure investment is supporting growth in accommodation and service sectors, while residential subdivision pressure is evident on the western and southern fringes. Development momentum remains constrained by environmental overlays, Whitsunday regional coordination, and cyclone risk considerations.
Airlie Beach Foreshore Precinct Revitalisation
0.2 kmCouncil-led urban renewal focused on waterfront activation, retail and hospitality improvements, and public space enhancement along the beachfront.
Determination: 2026
Recent residential DA - Cannon Street apartments
0.5 kmMulti-storey residential development targeting holiday and permanent residents in the town centre precinct.
Shute Harbour Road subdivision
2.5 kmGreenfield residential estate development on the western fringe with 40+ residential blocks and supporting local services.
Airlie Beach Boat Harbour infrastructure upgrade
0.8 kmMarina and waterfront infrastructure improvement project to enhance mooring capacity and recreational boating facilities.
Recent residential DA - Oceanview boutique complex
1.2 kmSmaller-scale holiday apartment development targeting the Whitsunday tourism market with 20-30 units.
Proserpine-Airlie Beach connector road works
3.5 kmRegional road improvement project to enhance connectivity and freight access between the Proserpine region and Airlie Beach.
Heritage & Conservation
Airlie Beach is a contemporary coastal tourism and residential centre that developed primarily from the 1980s onwards, with limited pre-1970s heritage structures. The suburb lacks formal heritage conservation area designation and few individual properties meet state or local heritage listing thresholds. Modern resort, retail, and residential development dominates the character.
Nearby Heritage Items