Smithlea flood & bushfire risk
Of Smithlea’s 121 mapped properties, 15.7% are in a mapped flood area and 22.3% are in a bushfire hazard area.
For context, Smithlea’s flood exposure is below the QLD average of 49.9%, and bushfire exposure is above the QLD average of 17.2%.
Where the hazards are in Smithlea
Flood and bushfire areas across Smithlea. Zoom in to see how they fall relative to individual streets.
Crime near Smithlea
Smithlea sits in the Texas police division, which recorded 112 reported offences in the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Every reported offence by type — these add up to the 112 total. Figures are for the whole Texas police division (which may cover several suburbs), last 12 months. Reported offences only.
School catchments in Smithlea
Smithlea can span more than one catchment — check a specific address (below) for the exact school.
Development near Smithlea
Inverell council approved 29 new dwellings in the 12 months to May 2026.
New dwellings approved across the whole Inverell council area (not just Smithlea). See the council trend. Source: ABS Building Approvals.
Nearby suburbs
Figures are indicative only — verify any specific property with the relevant council. Sources: council/state planning schemes & flood mapping, Geoscape G-NAF, state police crime statistics, ABS.