Caloundra, QLD 4551

Bushfire Risk

Caloundra has records of medium bushfire hazard areas with multiple overlays indicating the presence of bushfire prone zones within the suburb.

Character

The suburb includes designated character and heritage areas, with registered and local heritage places that may affect property development and alterations.

Coastal Flood Risk

Properties in Caloundra are subject to coastal hazard overlays that address risks such as coastal erosion and storm tide impacts.

Data Limitations

Certain areas in Caloundra are identified as having limited data availability, which may require further investigation during due diligence.

Easements

Various easements exist over land parcels within Caloundra, detailing specific access rights that could influence property use.

Environment

Caloundra features core and priority koala habitats as well as other regional ecosystem overlays reflecting important environmental values.

Flood History

The suburb has documented flood events, with nearly 2,000 historical flood records indicating a notable history of flood impact.

Flood Planning Risk

Flood risk planning overlays are present in Caloundra, which regulate development in flood-prone and inundation-prone areas.

Flood Risk

Properties may be located in potential flood areas, supported by hazard mapping indicating zones with moderate to high flood risk.

Internet Availability

Caloundra is covered by National Broadband Network services including wired and wireless options, supporting internet connectivity.

Local Plans

Several local area and precinct plans cover parts of Caloundra, guiding land use and development in accordance with the Sunshine Coast Regional Council planning scheme.

Noise

Noise overlays highlight potential exposure areas within Caloundra, including proximity to major roads and transport corridors.

Overland Flow Flood Risk

Detailed overland flow paths are mapped in the suburb, indicating areas where heavy rainfall could cause drainage and flooding challenges.

Power

Power infrastructure including distribution substations, poles, and cables are mapped across Caloundra, indicating electricity supply networks near properties.

Public Transport

Caloundra is serviced by bus stops and other public transport options, providing connectivity to surrounding areas.

School Catchments

The suburb falls within defined primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary school catchments, relevant for families considering educational options.

Sewer

Sewer infrastructure such as gravity mains and maintenance structures are present in Caloundra, indicating established wastewater management systems.

State Flood Planning

State government flood assessment overlays apply to parts of Caloundra, including coastal flood risk considerations influencing development approvals.

Steep Land

Topographical data shows moderate variations in land contours within Caloundra, with slopes potentially affecting construction and drainage.

Stormwater

Stormwater pipe infrastructure is mapped in the suburb, supporting urban drainage and flood mitigation efforts.

Vegetation

Multiple vegetation protection overlays exist, including essential habitat and remnant vegetation area designations with conservation requirements.

Water

Water supply infrastructure such as mains and service pipes are recorded in Caloundra, indicating connectivity to municipal water networks.

Zoning

The area includes predominantly low density residential zoning with specific precinct designations guiding land use consistent with regional planning policies.