Question 1

Is Cannon Valley a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Cannon Valley is a rural locality in the Whitsunday hinterland, set among farmland and rolling hills inland from Airlie Beach and Proserpine. It has a low-density, country character with hobby farms and acreage blocks, so everyday life feels agricultural and relaxed, with garden space, room for animals and outdoor pursuits common. Daily needs and schools are typically accessed in nearby Proserpine, while the regional airport and coastal beaches are within easy reach for weekend trips.

The community of 1,131 people has a median age of 39 and a typical household income of $2,440 a week. Families make up the bulk of households, with couple families with children at 51.0% and couple families without children at 39.3%, and owner-occupation is high (55.1% with a mortgage and 32.8% owned outright, renters 12.2%). There is ongoing public investment focused on water-supply upgrades at the local reservoir and planning for trunk water and sewerage, and a funded Cannon Valley Sports Park has approved works for playing fields and court precincts. That combination will suit people who want space, a quieter country lifestyle and a largely owner-occupied community; whether it fits you depends on how much you value proximity to nearby towns for services.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Cannon Valley?

Accepted Answer

Renting a house in Cannon Valley sits at about $925 a week, which is roughly 38% of a typical local household's weekly income as recorded at the last Census. By the common size bands, that share is a sizeable portion of income, so for people renting rather than buying this rent figure is the clearest measure of how housing costs compare with local earnings.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Cannon Valley a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House rents in Cannon Valley climbed 8.8% over the past 12 months while median house values rose a solid 7.8%. That means the rent a house earns increased slightly faster than its price this year; if rental income is your priority, the rent figure is the one that matters, while the value change reflects capital growth over the year. Whether that balance suits your plans is for you to weigh up.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	7.8%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	6	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	26	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$925	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	8.8%	N/A

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