Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
17 Baker Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Tablelands Regional Council Planning Scheme 2018
Height Limit
8.5m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
800m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Dimbulah is a small rural locality in the Atherton Tablelands region of Far North Queensland, served primarily by its own small state primary school and the larger secondary school in nearby Mareeba. Catholic and independent options are available in Mareeba (approximately 22 km away). Families should verify current catchment boundaries directly with the Queensland Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Dimbulah is zoned for Dimbulah State School (primary) and Mareeba State High School (secondary) as the main public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Dimbulah State School
In catchmentMareeba State High School
In catchmentAtherton State High School
St Andrew's Catholic Primary School, Mareeba
Mareeba Christian College
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
17 Baker Street, Dimbulah is located in a regional Queensland town with minimal traffic congestion. The area experiences light traffic typical of rural regional centers with limited vehicle volume throughout the day.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak hour impact due to the small population base of Dimbulah. Light increases in traffic during standard business hours but no significant congestion expected.
Public Transport
Limited public transport availability. Nearest regular coach services operate from nearby larger centers. Local taxi services may be available but infrequent.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Dimbulah is a small rural locality in Far North Queensland located inland from the major coastal flood catchments. While the area is served by the Mitchell River system, it is not within a known high-risk flood overlay zone comparable to major QLD river systems. Low historical flood impact record suggests minimal flood risk for most properties, though standard planning controls and dam safety considerations apply in the Cairns region.
Planning Controls
- •Cairns Regional Council planning scheme applies standard flood-related development assessment
- •Properties may be subject to dam inundation mapping if near Dimbulah Weir or associated water infrastructure
- •Development in flood-prone areas typically requires flood risk assessment and mitigation measures
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Dimbulah is a rural locality in the Tablelands region of Far North Queensland, situated in an area with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding eucalyptus woodland and grassland vegetation. The property is likely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area under QLD SP3 mapping, warranting BAL-19 construction standards. Distance from dense urban areas and proximity to vegetated slopes contribute to a moderate risk profile requiring appropriate building design and defensible space measures.
Crime & Safety
Dimbulah is a small rural locality in Far North Queensland with crime rates considerably below the state average, reflecting its remote and sparse population characteristics. The suburb experiences minimal serious crime, with property-related offences being more common than violent crimes. Overall safety conditions in Dimbulah are favorable relative to Queensland urban centers.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Dimbulah is a small rural locality in the Atherton Tablelands with limited intensive development activity. Development pressure remains low, focused on small-scale rural residential subdivisions, agricultural infrastructure upgrades, and modest agritourism-related projects that support the region's farming and tourism economy rather than substantial residential or commercial intensification.
Dimbulah Rural Residential Subdivision
0.5 kmSmall-scale rural residential development targeting 5-10 lots on acreage blocks typical of the Atherton Tablelands region.
Local Agricultural Infrastructure Upgrade
2 kmCouncil-led upgrade to local road networks and water management infrastructure supporting the surrounding farming community.
Tableland Tourism Facility Expansion
8 kmRegional tourism and hospitality development in nearby Atherton Tablelands precinct capitalizing on agritourism and landscape amenity.
Mixed Farming Enterprise Diversification
3 kmValue-added agricultural processing and on-farm retail facility supporting local primary production diversification.
Heritage & Conservation
Dimbulah is a small rural town in Far North Queensland with limited formal heritage listing. The town centre retains some early 20th-century infrastructure including the railway station and community buildings that hold local historical significance. Most residential properties are not subject to heritage overlays or conservation area restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items