07/1259 - Peregian Beach needs assessment [As Published] · 132007.1259

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This data is important when considered in conjunction with the future increased
residential density outlined for South East Queensland under the SEQ Regional
Plan, which will see residential land size decreasing making caravan ownership
less practical. Furthermore, large sites for caravan parks may not exist in the
future due to constraints imposed as a result of the urban footprint.

Comparative Assessment

Current Use - Peregian Beach Caravan Park

Location: David Low Way, Peregian Beach
Close proximity to the beach and the local Peregian Beach retail and
commercial precent. Adjacent to Noosa National Park.

Accommodation
10 Cabins (40 bed spaces)
Includes from two to four berths per cabin.
Prices begin from $79.50

75 powered and non-powered sites (150 bed spaces):
Daily prices start from $28.50 for two or less occupants for powered
sites, with non-powered sites priced from $23.50

Facilities
Laundry / amenities block
Camp oven and barbecue area; and
Play area and games room

 

The poor financial performance of Peregian Beach Caravan Park is reflective of
why caravan parks are trending towards a larger proportion of fixed
accommodation. Occupancy rates are estimated to average approximately 50%.
In terms of other competing parks, Peregian Beach Caravan Park does not have
the same waterfront location like the tourist parks at Noosa River and Noosa
North Shore. The range of facilities and beachfront location of Noosa North Shore
are also superior. From 2004 to 2006, the park has continued to make
increasingly larger losses and cannot be financially sustained in its present state

Noosa River Caravan Park (Council Operated)
Location: Russell Street, Noosaville
Adjoins the Noosa River.

Accommodation:
92 powered sites:
Daily prices from $28.50 (non-peak) to $34.50 (peak) for two or less
occupants.
Estimated average occupancy of 94%

 

43 non-powered sites:
Daily prices from $22 (non-peak) to $28.50 (peak) for two or less
occupants
Estimated average occupancy of 88%

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Scanlon Property Group — Peregian Beach Needs Assessment Economics