Cameron McDougall
23 Summerland Drive, Deeragun, Qld 4818
Mid to High $600,000's
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Open Sunday 15 November 9:30 am🏛️ About This Suburb (Last Updated Date: 2026-03-13)
History, Aboriginal heritage, and the story behind the name.
Deeragun — Bindal and Wulgurukaba Country
Originally a rural railway siding, Deeragun evolved into a residential hub during the late 20th century as Townsville expanded northward. It served as a vital service point for the surrounding agricultural and grazing lands before suburbanisation took hold in the 1990s.
Today, it is a primary service centre for the Northern Beaches, characterised by modern housing estates, large-format retail, and a high proportion of young families and defense personnel.
Overall Score
7.2
A solid entry-level suburb for families and investors with strong yields.
Aboriginal Name
Gurrumbilbarra— "Traditional lands of the Bindal and Wulgurukaba people"
Name Origin
Named after the Deeragun railway station on the North Coast line.
Established
Gazetted 1920s
Railway Roots
Began as a simple rail siding in the early 1900s.
Retail Hub
Home to the North Shore and Deeragun Village shopping precincts.
Defense Link
Strong population of personnel from nearby Lavarack Barracks.
📊 Scorecard
12 key dimensions scored 0–10. Each score includes a one-line explanation.
Market Momentum
7.8
Benefiting from Townsville's broader economic boom and low stock levels.
Amenity
7.5
Excellent access to supermarkets, medical services, and essential retail.
Schools
6.8
Home to reputable private and public options, though some are reaching capacity.
Transport
5.5
Highly car-dependent; public transport is limited to infrequent bus routes.
Risk Profile
4.2
Significant exposure to monsoonal flooding and high insurance costs.
Liveability
7.4
Spacious blocks and proximity to beaches make it attractive for families.
Demographics
6.5
Dominated by young families and blue-collar professionals.
Rental Demand
8.8
Extremely tight vacancy rates driven by regional workforce growth.
Growth Potential
7.2
Strong upside as the Northern Beaches corridor continues to develop.
Affordability
8.5
One of the most accessible price points for 4-bedroom homes in the region.
Crime & Safety
5.2
Property crime rates are a noted concern, consistent with outer Townsville areas.
Walkability
4.5
Low walkability; most residents require a vehicle for daily tasks.
⚡ Quick Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance, plus your top advantages and watch-outs.
Median House
$485,000
March 2026 estimate
1yr Growth
6.8%
Steady upward trend
Gross Yield
5.6%
Strong for investors
Flood Risk
High
Check council overlays
Family Ratio
74%
High family density
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Critically low supply
✅ Key Advantages
- High affordability compared to southern Queensland and coastal Townsville suburbs.
- Excellent retail infrastructure with major supermarkets and specialty stores nearby.
- Strong rental yields making it a preferred choice for interstate investors.
- Proximity to the Northern Beaches leisure areas and boat ramps.
- Large block sizes typical of older estates providing space for sheds and pools.
⚠️ Key Watch-Outs
- High insurance premiums due to cyclone and flood risk profile.
- Susceptibility to monsoonal flooding in specific low-lying pockets.
- Dependence on the Bruce Highway for commuting to the Townsville CBD.
- Higher than average rates of opportunistic property crime.
- Limited nightlife or high-end dining options within the suburb.
🏘️ Suburb Overview
Character, property mix, price range and what drives value here.
🏙️ Character
Family Growth
How this suburb feels day-to-day.
🏠 Property Types
Predominantly detached single-storey houses on 600sqm+ blocks.
Dominant dwelling stock.
💰 Price Range
$420k – $580k
Typical entry to ceiling.
💡 Why It Matters
Deeragun serves as the gateway to the Northern Beaches. It offers a balance of suburban convenience and regional space, making it the primary 'first home buyer' target for the Townsville region in 2026.
💰 Price Guide & Market Trends
Medians, rental market, 5-year history and property split.
🏠 House Median
$485,000
$420k – $580k
🏢 Unit Median
$295,000
$260k – $340k
📈 Price Trend
+6.8% past 12 months
12-month movement
🔑 Weekly Rents
Houses $520pw, Units $380pw
Current asking rents
📉 5-Year Price History
🏘️ Property Type Split
Prices have risen sharply since 2023 but remain significantly below the national average, attracting a surge of first-home buyers and interstate migrants.
🎯 Affordability
How this suburb compares to metro and state medians.
🏙️ vs Metro Average
45% below Brisbane metro median
Price comparison
📋 Income Ratio
5.2x annual income
Median price ÷ median income
💳 Gross Yield
5.6% gross yield
Estimated rental yield
More AffordableModeratePremium
Entry levelMid rangePremium
Deeragun remains highly affordable for dual-income households, though rising interest rates and insurance costs have impacted the 'true' cost of ownership.
🔥 Rental Demand
Vacancy rates, demand pressure, tenant profile, and investor outlook.
📊 Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Lower = tighter market
⏱️ Days to Lease
16 days
Avg time on market
📈 Rent Growth p.a.
+9.5%
Annual rental increase
Demand Level
Very High
👤 Tenant Profile
Young families, defense personnel, and fly-in-fly-out workers.
💼 Investor Outlook
Extremely positive for cash-flow investors. The tight supply of rental stock in Townsville's north ensures low vacancy and consistent rent increases.
🚀 Growth Potential
Historical capital growth, infrastructure pipeline, and 5-year outlook.
+6.8%
1-Year Growth
+24.5%
3-Year Growth
+40.5%
5-Year Growth
📍 Growth Drivers
- Expansion of the Townsville State Development Area.
- Ongoing defense force relocations and Lavarack Barracks upgrades.
- Continued population shift toward the Northern Beaches corridor.
- Infrastructure spend on the Bruce Highway (Townsville Ring Road).
⛔ Headwinds
- Rising cost of home insurance in North Queensland.
- Potential for future flood events to impact buyer sentiment.
- Increased supply in neighboring Burdell and Mount Low.
🔮 5-Year Outlook
Moderate to strong growth expected as Townsville's economy diversifies into green energy and critical minerals, positioning Deeragun as a key residential beneficiary.
🛡️ Crime & Safety
Safety index, trend comparison, and what to check locally.
5
Safety Score
Average
📉 Trend
Stable
vs last 12 months
🏙️ vs Metro Average
12% higher than QLD state average for property crime
Relative comparison
Risk Categories
Property Crime: High
Personal Safety: Medium
Traffic/Hooning: Medium
📋 What to Check Locally
Prioritize properties with security screens, fenced perimeters, and internal garage access. Check the QPS Online Crime Map for street-level data.
⚠️ Risk Profile
Natural hazards and planning risks to verify before buying.
📋 Summary
The primary risks are environmental and financial, specifically related to the tropical climate and insurance market volatility.
🌊 Flood Risk
Significant portions of Deeragun are subject to inundation during extreme monsoonal events. Detailed council flood searches are mandatory.
🔥 Bushfire Risk
Low risk for the main residential core, increasing to medium on the western rural-residential fringe.
🏦 Insurance Impact
Insurance premiums are a major deal-breaker; some properties may see annual premiums exceeding $4,000.
🗺️ Planning & Zoning
Development controls, overlays, and what's changing locally.
📐 Typical Zoning
Low Density Residential
🔲 Overlays
Flood Hazard, Airport Environs (Noise), Bushfire Hazard
🏗️ Development Hotspots
Infill development along the Geaney Lane corridor.
Zoning prevents high-rise development, preserving the family-suburban feel but limiting future density-driven capital gains.
🌳 Liveability
Day-to-day experience — transport, amenity, green space, schools and healthcare.
🚌 Transport
Poor; car reliance is near 95% for commuting.
🛍️ Amenity & Retail
High; walking distance to major supermarkets and medical centres in some pockets.
🌲 Parks & Recreation
Good; several local parks and proximity to the Bohle River.
🏫 Schools
Moderate; St Anthony's Catholic College is a significant local drawcard.
🏥 Healthcare
Good; multiple GP clinics and pharmacies located within the suburb.
👥 Demographics
Who lives here — income, age, ownership, and education levels.
A youthful, working-class demographic with a high proportion of families and defense-linked residents.
💵 Median Income
$82,000 pa
🏠 Ownership
62% owner-occupied, 38% renting
🎂 Age Profile
Median age 32
🎓 Education
High proportion of trade qualifications and secondary school completion.
📊 Age Distribution
The young demographic ensures long-term demand for schools and childcare, supporting property values in the family segment.
🏗️ Major Developments
Infrastructure pipeline and what it means for values and liveability.
📋 Overview
Focus is on infrastructure connectivity and retail expansion to service the growing northern corridor.
📈 Positive Impacts
- Townsville Ring Road Stage 5 completion improving CBD access.
- Expansion of the North Shore Town Centre retail precinct.
- Upgrades to local sporting facilities and community parks.
📉 Negative Impacts
- Increased traffic congestion on Geaney Lane and Bruce Highway.
- Construction noise from ongoing residential subdivisions nearby.
🗺️ Nearby Suburb Comparison
How neighbouring suburbs stack up on price, lifestyle and who they suit.
📍Burdell
Position
Adjacent East
Price
15% more expensive
Lifestyle
Newer master-planned feel with more parks.
Best for
Families seeking modern aesthetics.
📍Bushland Beach
Position
North
Price
25% more expensive
Lifestyle
Coastal lifestyle and sea breezes.
Best for
Lifestyle buyers and retirees.
📍Jensen
Position
West
Price
40% more expensive
Lifestyle
Acreage living and rural feel.
Best for
Buyers wanting space and privacy.
📍Mount Low
Position
North-East
Price
Similar
Lifestyle
Newer builds but fewer immediate amenities.
Best for
First home buyers.
🔍 Similar Suburbs
Suburbs with a comparable profile — useful if this one is over budget or sold up.
Upper Coomera
QLD
7.0/10
Family-centric growth corridor with high retail amenity.
Kallangur
QLD
7.3/10
Affordable entry point with strong rail/road links.
Zuccoli
NT
6.8/10
Northern growth hub with high defense population.
Werribee
VIC
6.5/10
Outer-ring affordability with self-contained services.
💬 Community Sentiment
Aggregated themes from resident discussions, forums and local feedback.
📊 Overall Community Sentiment
Residents value the convenience and affordability but express concerns regarding property crime and the summer heat/flood risks.
★★★★☆
Convenience
Everything we need is right here, from Woolies to the chemist. It's great for the kids.
Retail access
Family friendly
★★★☆☆
Safety
Love our house, but we had to install cameras after a few break-ins on our street.
Affordability
Crime
★★★★★
Investment
The rental yield is fantastic and I've never had a vacancy for more than a week.
Yield
Demand
★★★★☆
Community
Lots of other defense families around which makes it easy to settle in.
Community
Support
★★☆☆☆
Environment
The 2019 floods were a wake-up call. You have to be very careful which street you buy on.
Flood risk
Insurance
★★★☆☆
Commute
The drive into the city is getting longer every year as more people move out here.
Traffic
Growth
💡 Tailored Advice
Personalised guidance for every role in this market.
🧑💼 Buyer Strategy
- Request a detailed flood report from Townsville City Council before signing.
- Get multiple insurance quotes to ensure the property is financially viable.
- Prioritize homes with established tropical gardens for natural cooling.
- Look for properties with side access for boats or caravans, a high-demand feature.
- Check the age and condition of the air-conditioning units; they are essential here.
- Verify the property's cyclone rating and roof tie-down status.
❓ Questions to Ask the Agent
- Did this specific property or street experience inundation in 2019?
- What is the current annual insurance premium for the owner?
- Are there any active termite management systems in place?
- What is the age of the roof and has it been inspected for cyclone compliance?
- How many applications do you typically receive for rentals in this street?
- Are there any planned developments for the vacant land nearby?
- What is the internet connectivity like (NBN type)?
🏷️ Seller Strategy
- Highlight energy-efficient features like solar panels to offset cooling costs.
- Ensure security screens and fences are in top condition to appeal to safety-conscious buyers.
- Present a clean building and pest report to build immediate trust.
- Showcase outdoor living areas as 'year-round rooms'.
- Price competitively against newer builds in Burdell to attract budget-focused buyers.
📣 Positioning Tips
Position the property as a 'turn-key family sanctuary' with superior retail convenience. Emphasize block size and value-for-money compared to the CBD-fringe suburbs.
💼 Investment Case
Deeragun offers a high-yield, low-entry-cost opportunity in a major regional growth hub.
⚠️ Investment Risks
High insurance costs can eat into net yields; flood risk can impact long-term resale.
📈 Action Plan
- Target 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom configurations for maximum tenant appeal.
- Avoid properties in known flood-prone streets regardless of price.
- Install high-quality security systems to attract premium tenants.
- Budget for higher-than-average maintenance on air-conditioning and gardens.
🔑 Renter Tips
- Apply quickly; properties often lease after the first inspection.
- Check for working air-conditioning in every bedroom.
- Ask about the property's history during the 2019 flood event.
🏘️ What Renters Love Here
Affordable rent for large homes; close to shops.
⚠️ Renter Watch-Outs
High electricity bills in summer; limited public transport.
🏢 Landlord Strategy
- Allow pets to increase your tenant pool significantly.
- Maintain regular termite inspections as the tropical climate is high-risk.
- Consider including a basic garden maintenance service in the rent.
📋 Compliance & Management
Ensure all smoke alarms meet the latest QLD legislative requirements for interconnectedness.
🤝 Agent Insights
- Stock levels are at historic lows, leading to multi-offer scenarios.
- Interstate investors are buying sight-unseen based on yield alone.
- Local buyers are highly sensitive to flood mapping changes.
🎯 Marketing Angles
Focus on 'The Gateway to the Beaches' and 'Unbeatable Value'.
👤 Target Buyer Profile
First home buyers, young families, and interstate yield-chasers.
✅ Due Diligence Checklist
Tap items to tick them off. Don't skip these before signing anything.
✓
Order a Townsville City Council Flood Search Report.
✓
Conduct a professional Building and Pest inspection (Termite focus).
✓
Obtain a formal insurance quote for the specific address.
✓
Check the QPS Crime Map for the last 6 months of data.
✓
Verify school catchment zones for Northern Beaches State High School.
✓
Inspect the condition of the switchboard and solar inverter.
✓
Check for any unapproved structures (sheds/patios) on the title.
✓
Assess the condition of the boundary fencing.
✓
Test all air-conditioning units for cooling efficiency.
✓
Review the Title Deed for any restrictive covenants or easements.
✓
Visit the street at night to assess noise and lighting.
✓
Check the proximity to the Bohle River for seasonal insect/midge issues.
📚 Government Sources & Disclaimer
Official council and government links only. Always verify independently before any property decision.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This report is based on data available as of 2026-03-13. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Buyers should conduct their own independent research and seek professional advice before making property decisions.
