Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
48 MILLS Avenue
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Isaac Regional Council Planning Scheme 2018
Height Limit
8.5m
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Moranbah is a regional coal-mining town in the Mackay region with limited school options. The main public schools—Moranbah State School and Moranbah State High School—serve the local community. St. Gabriel's Catholic Primary School provides a nearby Catholic alternative. Families should verify precise catchment boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Moranbah are zoned for Moranbah State School (primary) and Moranbah State High School (secondary) under the standard QLD public catchment system.
Nearby schools
Moranbah State School
In catchmentMoranbah State High School
In catchmentCapella State School
St. Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
Peak Downs State High School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
48 Mills Avenue in Moranbah experiences generally light traffic conditions typical of a regional Queensland mining town. The property is well-positioned relative to local road networks with reasonable access to main routes.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion expected. Moranbah is a small regional center where traffic volumes remain relatively consistent throughout the day, though minor increases may occur during mining shift changes (typically 6am and 6pm).
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest regional bus services approximately 1-2km away. Private vehicle access is the primary transportation mode in this regional area.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Moranbah is an inland coal-mining town in central Queensland with no major river systems classified as high-risk. The Isaac River and associated local drainage are the primary flood considerations, but the town's elevated location and inland position result in generally low flood risk. Standard QLD planning scheme compliance and local council flood mapping review are recommended for due diligence.
Planning Controls
- •Checking Isaac River and local drainage patterns via Bowen Basin Council flood mapping
- •Consideration of historical flooding from local waterways and stormwater management
- •Standard QLD Planning Scheme flood-related assessment if any mapped flood prone areas exist locally
- •Site-specific flood risk assessment may be required for properties near Isaac River floodplain
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-12.5
Moranbah is located in central Queensland's coal mining district with moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding semi-arid woodland and grassland. Properties in the area are typically subject to BAL-12.5 construction standards under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Risk is elevated above coastal urban areas but lower than heavily forested regions, reflecting the open woodland character of the Bowen Basin landscape.
Crime & Safety
Moranbah, a Central Queensland coal mining town, experiences crime rates notably above Queensland's average, driven by its transient workforce and socioeconomic factors typical of resource extraction communities. Property-related offences and personal crimes form the bulk of incidents, with theft and assault being the most prevalent categories. Crime levels have remained relatively stable in recent years.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Moranbah, as a regional mining centre in the Isaac Region, experiences modest cyclical development tied to coal industry activity and population fluctuations. Current activity focuses on town centre renewal, infill residential development, local infrastructure upgrades, and age-appropriate housing; development pressure is generally low to moderate compared to southeast Queensland corridors.
Moranbah Town Centre Revitalisation
0 kmCouncil-led precinct improvement focusing on retail, civic facilities and streetscape upgrades in the CBD.
Determination: 2025-2026
Residential infill DA - Multiple blocks
1.5 kmSmall-scale infill residential development targeting vacant or underutilised land parcels within existing suburbs.
Determination: 2024-2025
Isaac Regional Council Infrastructure Program
2 kmRoad, water and waste service upgrades supporting regional mining operations and town servicing.
Determination: 2025
Local residential aged care facility
1 kmSmall-scale aged care or retirement living development responding to ageing regional demographic.
Determination: 2025-2026
Commercial/light industrial precinct expansion
3 kmLow-density business park or light industrial zoning development to support local services and supply chains.
Determination: 2024-2025
Heritage & Conservation
Moranbah is a modern coal-mining town in central Queensland with limited heritage overlay protection. While some early 20th-century civic and commercial buildings have local significance, the suburb lacks a formal heritage conservation area or state heritage listings typical of older established towns. Most properties are unrestricted by heritage controls.
Nearby Heritage Items