Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
51/17 Roseberry Street
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Gladstone Regional Council Planning Scheme 2014
Height Limit
9m (2 storeys)
Min Lot Size
450m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Gladstone Central has strong access to quality public schools, particularly the nearby Gladstone Central State School and Gladstone State High School. Catholic alternatives are available through St Joseph's and St Patrick's College. The area serves the broader Gladstone region well, with established infrastructure and community schooling options.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Gladstone Central are likely zoned for Gladstone Central State School (primary) and Gladstone State High School (secondary); however, always verify with the QLD Department of Education's School Catchment Maps.
Nearby schools
Gladstone Central State School
In catchmentGladstone State High School
In catchmentSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's College Gladstone
Tannum Sands State School
Boyne Island State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
51/17 Roseberry Street in Gladstone Central is located in a quieter residential area with generally light traffic flow. The property benefits from proximity to the city center while maintaining reasonable traffic conditions throughout most of the day.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minor congestion on Goondoon Street and main arterial routes during morning (7-9am) and evening (4:30-6pm) peak hours, though residential Roseberry Street remains relatively unaffected
Public Transport
Gladstone Transit bus services available within 400-600m; nearest bus stop approximately 5-10 minute walk; Gladstone railway station approximately 1.2km away
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Gladstone Central is exposed to tidal inundation and storm surge risk due to its proximity to Gladstone Harbour and the broader coastal/estuarine environment. Historical flood events and cyclonic activity (e.g. Cyclone Marcia 2015) have affected the region. Most developed properties fall within QLD flood mapping overlays, triggering standard planning scheme flood-related conditions including finished floor levels and development restrictions in high-hazard zones.
Planning Controls
- •QLD Flood Hazard Overlay mapping for tidal and storm surge inundation zones
- •Minimum floor level requirements relative to Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) or regional flood study
- •Development setbacks and fill/finished level controls in identified flood-prone precincts
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements for new development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Gladstone Central is a developed urban locality in central Queensland with primarily residential and commercial zoning. The area is not classified within a Bushfire Prone Area under Queensland's SPP 3.2 mapping, reflecting its urban character and distance from substantial bushland. Bushfire risk is low, though properties should maintain general fire safety awareness and vegetation management practices.
Crime & Safety
Gladstone Central experiences crime rates above the Queensland state average, with theft being the most prevalent offense type. The central business and residential area shows relatively stable crime patterns, typical of regional Queensland urban centers with mixed commercial-residential character. Property crime remains a focus area for local law enforcement efforts.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Above Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Gladstone Central exhibits mixed development activity centred on CBD revitalisation efforts and continued residential infill within established suburbs, supported by ongoing port-related industrial expansion. The region remains anchored by resource sector infrastructure projects and logistics demand, with moderate residential subdivision pressure in surrounding areas responding to regional employment. Development pipeline is relatively stable with focus on brownfield urban renewal and strategic industrial growth rather than high-density residential towers.
Gladstone Central Business District Revitalisation
0 kmCouncil-led CBD activation and streetscape improvement project focusing on retail, office and civic precinct upgrades in central Gladstone.
Recent residential infill DA - Roseberry Street precinct
1.2 kmSmall-scale townhouse or duplex development within existing residential areas near central Gladstone.
Industrial/logistics expansion - West Gladstone
3.5 kmLight industrial and logistics facility expansion servicing the port and regional distribution networks.
Residential subdivision - Boyne Valley surrounds
4.5 kmGreenfield residential estate development responding to population growth linked to resource sector employment.
Port and maritime infrastructure upgrades
2 kmOngoing port terminal and shipping facility improvements supporting LNG and general cargo operations.
Heritage & Conservation
Gladstone Central is the historic core of Queensland's major industrial port city, with a documented heritage conservation area encompassing late 19th and early 20th century commercial and civic buildings. The town centre retains significant colonial and Federation-era architecture reflecting its development as a regional centre, with numerous local heritage items subject to development controls.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •External alterations and facade modifications require council approval
- •Demolition or removal of heritage fabric prohibited without consent
- •New development must be sympathetic to heritage character and scale
- •Verandahs and original architectural details should be retained or reconstructed
Nearby Heritage Items