Alice River, QLD 4817
Understand the key property risks, planning considerations and lifestyle factors that matter in Alice River.
Overview of Alice River, QLD 4817
Alice River is located approximately 23 kilometres from Townsville in Queensland. Prospective property buyers should consider various environmental and planning factors unique to this suburb before purchasing. A detailed Develo Property Report will provide specific insights into these factors for any address within Alice River.
Suburb Quick Facts
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Local Government Area
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Distance to CBD
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Population
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Dominant Zoning
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Key Property Risk Factors
Bushfire Risk
Alice River is identified within bushfire prone areas as recorded in North Queensland and local council hazard datasets, indicating a moderate to high bushfire risk.
Character
The suburb includes properties within designated heritage and character areas registered by Queensland authorities and the Townsville City Council.
Coastal Flood Risk
Alice River has been assessed for coastal impacts such as storm tide inundation and erosion-prone areas, though these risks are generally linked closer to coastal zones.
Contaminated Land
There are records of underground petrol sites in the broader region, with potential implications for contamination on land parcels in Alice River.
Data Limitations
Some limitations in data coverage exist for Alice River, suggesting that further investigation may be necessary in certain cases.
Easements
Easement data for Alice River indicates established access rights and infrastructure encumbrances that may affect property usage.
Environment
Several environmental overlays including ecological corridors, wetland protection, and areas of environmental importance apply to Alice River properties.
Flood Planning Risk
Planning overlays reflect flood hazard zones within Alice River, highlighting areas requiring specific development considerations for flood risk mitigation.
Flood Risk
Flood depth data identifies Alice River as containing properties at potential risk of flooding under one percent AEP events.
Internet Availability
Broadband coverage in Alice River includes both line and wireless technologies ensuring varied internet connectivity options.
Noise
Noise overlays indicate some proximity to highways and arterial roads which may influence ambient noise levels in parts of Alice River.
Power
Power infrastructure such as distribution substations, poles, and cables are mapped around Alice River, indicating typical utility access and constraints.
Public Transport
The suburb includes nearby bus stops facilitating public transport access within reasonable distance.
School Catchments
Alice River falls within defined primary and secondary school catchments outlined for the 2026 planning period by Queensland education authorities.
Sewer
Sewer infrastructure including pipes and maintenance structures are present in Alice River, supporting standard residential development needs.
State Flood Planning
State-level flood assessment overlays and coastal flood planning are applied to Alice River to guide development and risk management.
Steep Land
Topographic contour analysis shows some variation in land slope within Alice River, requiring consideration for site-specific development.
Stormwater
Stormwater management assets like inlets and pipes are recorded within the suburb to support drainage and flood mitigation.
Vegetation
Vegetation protection overlays highlight the presence of essential habitat, remnant and regrowth vegetation within Alice River.
Water
Water supply infrastructure including connections and pipes exist to serve properties in Alice River.
Zoning
Zoning controls include state precincts and local council zoning designations that dictate land use and development potential in Alice River.