Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Fraser Coast Regional Council Planning Scheme 2014
Height Limit
8.5m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
400m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Urangan is a coastal suburb in the Hervey Bay region with good access to public primary and secondary schooling. Families have a mix of established public options and several nearby Catholic and independent alternatives within a 5 km radius. Verify exact catchment boundaries with the Queensland Department of Education.
Likely public catchment
Urangan is zoned for Urangan State School (primary) and Hervey Bay State High School (secondary) as primary public catchment schools.
Nearby schools
Urangan State School
In catchmentHervey Bay State High School
In catchmentSt. Paul's School
Tinbeerwah State School
Hervey Bay Christian College
Fraser Island Area School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Urangan is a coastal suburb with moderate traffic flow, primarily serviced by local residential roads and connections to the Esplanade. Traffic is generally light to moderate except during peak holiday periods when beach access increases demand.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours see minor congestion on The Esplanade and Boat Harbour Drive. Significant congestion occurs during summer holidays and weekends due to beach and pier tourism.
Public Transport
Urangan has limited public transport. Nearest bus services are approximately 0.5-1.5km away via local routes. Hervey Bay bus network provides regional connectivity with stops in nearby commercial areas.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Urangan is a coastal suburb on the Fraser Coast near Hervey Bay, positioned within the Wide Bay catchment with exposure to local stormwater flooding and tidal/storm surge inundation. While not affected by major river systems like the Brisbane or Mary Rivers, the locality experiences periodic flooding from localised rainfall and coastal storm events. Fraser Coast Regional Council maintains flood overlays and planning controls; properties should be assessed individually against current council flood mapping.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Fraser Coast Regional Council flood mapping and Development Requirements
- •Finished floor level requirements relative to probable maximum flood or storm surge scenario
- •Stormwater management and on-site retention for local drainage
- •Consideration of tidal influences and storm surge risk in coastal areas
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Urangan is a coastal suburb of Hervey Bay with predominantly urban-residential development and limited bushfire hazard. While some native vegetation exists in pockets and parks, the area's coastal location, suburban density, and distance from significant bushland mean it falls outside the Queensland Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Properties here typically do not require BAL-specific construction provisions.
Crime & Safety
Urangan, located in the Fraser Coast region of Queensland, experiences crime rates generally below the Queensland state average. Property-related offences including theft and malicious damage are the predominant crime types, while violent crime remains relatively moderate. The suburb maintains a stable crime profile typical of regional Queensland coastal communities.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Urangan is experiencing steady tourism and residential development pressure as part of the wider Hervey Bay growth corridor. The suburb has moderate activity centred on waterfront renewal, marina precinct upgrades and supporting infrastructure, with residential expansion occurring in adjacent greenfield areas. Development is generally incremental rather than transformative, reflecting the area's role as a regional beach and tourism destination.
Urangan Waterfront Precinct Renewal
0.5 kmCouncil-led waterfront activation with retail, dining and public space improvements along the Hervey Bay foreshore.
Determination: 2025-2026
Stockland Hervey Bay Estate (Expansion)
3 kmLarge-scale residential estate expansion in adjacent growth corridor with multiple stages of house and land packages.
Urangan Marina Precinct Commercial Development
1 kmRetail and hospitality expansion targeting the marine and tourism sectors near the boat ramp and mooring facilities.
Recent Residential DA - Medium Density
0.8 km3-4 storey unit development targeting the local rental and owner-occupier market near Hervey Bay CBD.
Hervey Bay Regional Hospital Precinct Works
2.5 kmHospital expansion and upgraded medical precinct supporting population growth across the Fraser Coast region.
Heritage & Conservation
Urangan is a modern coastal suburb of Hervey Bay with limited heritage overlay protection. The area is primarily characterised by post-1980s residential and tourist development, with the notable exception of the historic Urangan Pier precinct which holds local heritage significance.
Nearby Heritage Items