Blackbutt development proposals could transform local property market
A small South Burnett township could be getting more than 60 new homes if two development applications proposing significant subdivisions are approved by council.
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The Blackbutt township could be getting more than 60 new homes if multiple proposals submitted to council get the green light.
Two development applications proposing significant subdivisions have been submitted to the South Burnett Regional Council and are currently awaiting more information from the applicants.
One development proposed subdividing a property on the D’Aguilar Highway into 43 new lots.
A second development has proposed subdividing 162 Bowman Road, Blackbutt North into 18 new lots.
If both proposals are approved and end up being developed, this would significantly increase the number of residential homes available in the Blackbutt region.
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According to the most recent land valuations, 367 properties were recorded in the Blackbutt area, which would mean these developments would increase the number of properties in the region by about 16 per cent.
As at April 16, 2025 there were 36 properties for sale but zero properties for rent in Blackbutt, Blackbutt South and Blackbutt North.
While the population in Blackbutt has remained stable over the last 15 years, with around 1410 residents recorded in the 2021 census, the South Burnett population is expected to grow substantially over the next two decades.
According to the Wide Bay Regional Plan 2023, the population in South Burnett region is expected to increase by more than 10 per cent by 2046.
Decisions regarding the two proposed developments will be published on the Council’s website once they are available.
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