Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
26 Caringa Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Fraser Coast Regional Council City Plan 2014
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Urangan is a coastal suburb in the Hervey Bay region with Urangan State School as the primary catchment school and Hervey Bay State High School for secondary education. Catholic and independent options including St. Andrew's and Hervey Bay Christian College provide alternatives within 5 km. Families should confirm exact catchment status with official QLD school mapping tools.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Urangan are zoned for Urangan State School (primary) and Hervey Bay State High School (secondary). Verify current catchment boundaries with the QLD Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Urangan State School
In catchmentHervey Bay State High School
In catchmentSt. Andrew's Catholic Primary School
St. James Catholic Primary School
Hervey Bay Christian College
Scarness State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
26 Caringa Street, Urangan is located in a quiet residential area with generally light traffic conditions. The property benefits from proximity to local services while maintaining good traffic flow on surrounding streets.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion in this residential area. Light increases during morning and evening commute times on Boat Harbour Drive and Elliot Heads Road, but local streets remain relatively clear.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-500 metres to nearest local bus stops served by Hervey Bay transit services; reasonable walking distance for most residents.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Urangan is located on the Hervey Bay coast in the Wide Bay–Burnett region and is significantly exposed to inundation from the Mary River system and tidal/storm surge effects. Historical flood events and proximity to the river's 1% Annual Exceedance Probability (AEP) floodplain place much of the suburb in formal Queensland flood overlays, requiring strict compliance with development controls and elevated building standards.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Urangan Town Plan flood study provisions and Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) requirements
- •Minimum floor levels typically 1–2 m above the Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) datum for new construction
- •Mandatory flood impact assessment and mitigation measures for development in mapped flood zones
- •Restrictions on fill and earthworks; requirements for wet-proofing or elevated structures in high-hazard areas
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Urangan is a coastal suburb of Hervey Bay with predominantly urban and suburban development. While some scattered bushland vegetation exists nearby, the locality's proximity to water, mixed residential zoning, and lower vegetation density typical of established coastal towns result in a low bushfire risk profile. Properties are unlikely to fall within a Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland's SPP mapping.
Crime & Safety
Urangan, located in the Fraser Coast region of Queensland, experiences crime rates below the Queensland state average. The suburb demonstrates relatively stable crime patterns with property-related offences being more prevalent than violent crimes. Overall, Urangan maintains a safer profile compared to broader Queensland trends.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Urangan is experiencing modest development activity as part of broader Hervey Bay region growth, with a focus on waterfront renewal, tourism infrastructure, and moderate residential infill. Council DA pipelines reflect coastal tourism demand and incremental suburban expansion, supported by adjacent industrial and commercial precincts in Point Vernon and Hervey Bay CBD.
Urangan Waterfront Precinct Renewal
0.5 kmPlanned revitalisation of Urangan's waterfront area with mixed residential, retail and public space improvements along the Fraser Coast.
Determination: 2026
Recent residential DA - Urangan suburbs
1.2 kmMedium-density residential subdivision in established Urangan area with 20-40 lot potential.
Point Vernon Industrial Precinct Stage 2
3.5 kmExpansion of industrial and logistics facilities in adjacent Point Vernon to support Fraser Coast economic growth.
Determination: 2024
Hervey Bay CBD Commercial Expansion
4 kmRetail and commercial office development in Hervey Bay CBD attracting regional investment.
Tourist accommodation - Urangan beachfront
0.3 kmSmall-scale holiday rental or boutique accommodation development capitalising on Fraser Coast tourism appeal.
Heritage & Conservation
Urangan is a modern coastal suburb in Hervey Bay with limited heritage overlay protection. While the area has local historical significance related to early settlement and maritime heritage (particularly the pier and lighthouse), most residential properties are relatively recent development without state or local heritage listing requirements.
Nearby Heritage Items