Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
18 Martin Terrace
Zoning & Regional Plan
RES
Residential
LEP: Katherine Town Council Local Planning Scheme
Height Limit
9m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Katherine has a small but established schooling network centred on Katherine High School and Katherine Primary School. Independent and Lutheran options provide alternatives. Families should verify their specific catchment boundaries with the NT Department of Education, as zoning can vary by property location within the town.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Katherine are most likely zoned for Katherine Primary School (primary) and Katherine High School (secondary) as the main public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Katherine High School
In catchmentKatherine Primary School
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Lutheran Primary School
Katherine South Primary School
Normanton Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
18 Martin Terrace is located in Katherine, NT with generally light traffic conditions typical of regional Australian towns. The area experiences minimal congestion outside of occasional peak periods during business hours.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Light to moderate impact during weekday morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak periods. Weekend traffic is minimal. The Stuart Highway corridor may experience increased traffic during seasonal tourism periods.
Public Transport
Katherine town bus services operate in the area with limited frequency. Nearest bus stops approximately 0.3-0.5km away. Katherine Regional Airport is approximately 11km south. No rail services available.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
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Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-29
Katherine is located in the tropical savanna region of the Northern Territory with significant bushfire risk during the dry season (May–October). The surrounding landscape comprises open woodland and grassland vegetation typical of the Top End, which becomes highly flammable when cured. Properties in Katherine are typically assessed at BAL-29 or higher due to proximity to vegetated areas and the region's fire-prone climate, requiring AS 3959 construction standards.
Crime & Safety
Katherine experiences crime rates significantly above the Northern Territory average, with elevated rates of assault and theft reflecting challenges common to remote regional centres. The suburb maintains relatively stable incident levels year-on-year. Violent crime, particularly assault, represents a notable proportion of reported offences in this community.
Total Incidents
8,500
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Katherine is experiencing modest but steady development activity centred on town centre revitalisation, residential infill and expansion to the east, and supporting infrastructure upgrades. As the regional hub for the Top End, development is anchored by council-led urban renewal and government transport projects rather than large-scale private sector activity. Growth remains constrained by population size (~10,000) but reflects long-term remote service centre resilience.
Katherine Town Centre Revitalisation
0 kmCouncil-led precinct improvement focusing on streetscape, retail activation and civic infrastructure along Katherine Street.
Determination: 2026
Katherine East Residential Subdivision
2.5 kmGreenfield residential estate targeting 80-120 dwelling lots with supporting infrastructure and local road network.
Determination: 2025
Katherine Industrial Precinct Expansion
4 kmLight industrial zoning extension to support mining services, transport and regional trade businesses.
Determination: 2024
Stuart Highway Corridor Upgrades
1.5 kmNT Government-funded road safety and capacity improvements along the Stuart Highway through Katherine.
Determination: 2025-2026
Katherine Aged Care and Community Facility
1 kmExpansion of aged care and disability services accommodation responding to regional demographic demand.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Katherine is a regional Northern Territory town with modest heritage significance, primarily focused on early 20th-century settlement infrastructure and the pioneering Overland Telegraph Line history. Individual properties are unlikely to carry heritage listing unless located within the town centre precinct. Development is generally unrestricted for properties outside identified heritage precincts.
Nearby Heritage Items