Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
205/42 Queen Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Caloundra City Plan 2014 (Sunshine Coast Regional Council)
Height Limit
9 metres / 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Kings Beach offers strong local public schooling through its primary school and nearby Caloundra State High School, supported by several Catholic and independent options within 5 km. The area has established family-friendly schooling infrastructure typical of the Caloundra region on the Sunshine Coast.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Kings Beach are most likely zoned for Kings Beach State School (primary) and Caloundra State High School (secondary); families should verify current catchment boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Kings Beach State School
In catchmentCaloundra State High School
In catchmentCaloundra Catholic Primary School
Meridan State College
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
St. Andrew's Lutheran College
Currimundi State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
205/42 Queen Street, Kings Beach is located in a coastal beachside suburb with moderate traffic flow. The area experiences typical holiday and weekend peak congestion due to beach access, with Queen Street serving as a primary local thoroughfare.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning peak (7-9am) and afternoon peak (4-6pm) show increased traffic, particularly on weekends and during school holidays as residents and visitors access the beach. Summer holiday periods see elevated congestion on Queen Street and the Esplanade.
Public Transport
Kings Beach has regular bus services via Sunbus operating along Queen Street and nearby routes. The nearest bus stops are within 200-400 meters. No train station nearby; closest rail is at Caloundra Station approximately 8km south.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Kings Beach is located in the Maroochy River and Cooloola Creek catchment on the Sunshine Coast and experiences medium flood risk from riverine and localised drainage flooding. The area is covered by state-based flood study overlays managed by Sunshine Coast Regional Council, with planning controls requiring elevated floor levels and flood-impact assessment. While not directly adjacent to major river channels, proximity to coastal creeks and the broader catchment means properties may experience periodic inundation during significant rainfall events.
Planning Controls
- •Minimum floor level requirements typically 0.5–1.0 m above the probable maximum flood (PMF) or 1% AEP level
- •Development in flood-prone areas subject to Queensland Planning Provisions (QPP) Flood Hazard Assessment requirements
- •Restrictions on filling or material change of use in defined flood zones; mandatory flood impact assessment for new development
- •Ongoing Queensland local government (Sunshine Coast Regional Council) flood mapping and Development Assessment overlay requirements
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Kings Beach is a coastal suburb on the Sunshine Coast with predominantly residential, well-maintained properties and proximity to developed urban areas. Bushfire risk is low due to limited wildfire fuel loads, distance from substantial bushland, and the moderating influence of coastal exposure. Properties in this area are generally not mapped within high-risk bushfire-prone zones under Queensland SPP mapping.
Crime & Safety
Kings Beach is a coastal suburb in the Caloundra region with crime rates generally below Queensland state averages, reflecting its established residential and tourist character. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter represent the majority of reported incidents, while violent crime remains relatively low. The suburb maintains stable crime trends with routine police presence supporting community safety.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Kings Beach, located on the Sunshine Coast, is experiencing steady development activity focused on beachfront activation, holiday and permanent residential housing, and active transport infrastructure. Council planning emphasises foreshore renewal and lifestyle amenity enhancement to support both tourism and local population growth. Development pressure remains moderate with focus on quality-of-life improvements and consolidation rather than large-scale urban transformation.
Kings Beach foreshore precinct renewal
0.2 kmCaloundra City Council planning for enhanced public space, retail and hospitality activation along the beachfront with improved pedestrian connectivity.
Determination: 2025-2027
Residential apartment development - Kings Beach
0.5 kmMulti-storey residential apartment complex targeting lifestyle and holiday rental markets with ocean or hinterland views.
Determination: 2024-2025
Caloundra coastal pathway extension
1 kmRegional active transport link extending the Sunshine Coast pathway network through Kings Beach and adjacent beaches.
Determination: 2024
Mixed-use village centre - nearby locality
1.5 kmLocal council-backed precinct plan for integrated retail, dining and residential development in adjacent neighbourhood supporting population growth.
Determination: 2025-2026
Holiday rental residential subdivision
0.8 kmSmall-scale residential lot release targeting the strong Sunshine Coast holiday accommodation and owner-occupier demand.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Kings Beach is a contemporary coastal suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast developed primarily from the 1970s onwards. While not subject to heritage conservation overlays or restrictions, the area has modest local heritage interest around its beachfront infrastructure and early lifesaving club facilities. Most residential properties are post-1980s and fall outside heritage listing criteria.
Nearby Heritage Items