All About Horn Island, Torres, QLD, NULL
Horn Island, located in the Torres Strait of Queensland, represents a unique segment of the housing market, distinct from mainland Australia. As of recent observations, the housing market on Horn Island is relatively stable, characterized by a limited number of properties available for purchase or rent due to its smaller population and geographical constraints. The majority of housing options are modest family homes, often built to withstand tropical weather conditions prevalent in the area. Prices tend to be more affordable compared to more urbanized parts of Australia, although the market can be competitive due to the limited supply. Development in the region is often influenced by the need to accommodate workers for local industries and services, which can sometimes lead to temporary fluctuations in housing demand.
Living on Horn Island offers a distinctive lifestyle, deeply connected with the rich cultural heritage of the Torres Strait and the natural beauty of the surrounding marine environment. The community is tight-knit, with a strong emphasis on family and cultural traditions, making it a welcoming place for both locals and newcomers. Life on the island is laid-back, with an abundance of outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and exploring the unique biodiversity of the area. However, residents may encounter challenges such as limited access to some goods and services, reliant on connections to larger hubs like Thursday Island or Cairns. Despite these challenges, the sense of community and access to stunning natural landscapes make living on Horn Island a unique and enriching experience.
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Horn Island Real Estate Market Outlook
Thinking about buying in Horn Island? Now could not be a better time, with just 0 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location.
In Horn Island there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine Horn Island due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Horn Island changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. Medium density in Horn Island necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Horn Island we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Horn Island a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
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(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Horn Island there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Local Crime Rate
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Horn Island weather - Average Local Climate by month
| (mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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| Jan | 14.1 | 25.3 | 31.1 | 69.3 | 92.5 | 3.9 | 18.3 |
| Feb | 12.6 | 25.3 | 30.8 | 70.5 | 93.6 | 3.6 | 20.3 |
| Mar | 10.5 | 25.3 | 30.8 | 71.0 | 93.8 | 3.4 | 19.2 |
| Apr | 5.6 | 25.6 | 30.9 | 68.4 | 90.2 | 4.7 | 21.1 |
| May | 1.7 | 25.1 | 30.3 | 65.3 | 86.5 | 6.2 | 20.1 |
| Jun | 0.4 | 24.3 | 29.7 | 63.8 | 87.3 | 6.3 | 19.1 |
| Jul | 0.3 | 23.4 | 29.1 | 61.6 | 87.9 | 6.7 | 19.8 |
| Aug | 0.2 | 23.5 | 29.6 | 58.9 | 84.7 | 6.7 | 22.0 |
| Sept | 0.1 | 24.1 | 30.3 | 58.0 | 83.1 | 7.0 | 24.1 |
| Oct | 0.6 | 24.9 | 31.3 | 58.6 | 83.6 | 6.7 | 25.9 |
| Nov | 0.7 | 26.0 | 32.1 | 59.4 | 83.3 | 5.8 | 26.2 |
| Dec | 4.3 | 25.9 | 32.4 | 61.3 | 87.3 | 4.2 | 23.4 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
General Points of Interest
Thursday Island Boat Club - Less than 5 KM
ANZAC Park - Less than 5 KM
Ted Loban - Less than 5 KM
James Cook University - Less than 5 KM
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