Cannon Valley
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Cannon Valley, QLD 4800.
About Cannon Valley
Welcome to Cannon Valley
Cannon Valley sits inland from the Whitsunday coast in North Queensland, a short drive from Airlie Beach and part of the patchwork of rural residential communities that ring the region's cane country and hinterland. It's a small, tightly held pocket with a population of just over 1,100, bordered by Brandy Creek, Hidden Valley Preston, Riordanvale and Strathdickie.
This is acreage and lifestyle-block territory rather than a suburban grid, and it tends to suit buyers after space, privacy and a semi-rural pace without giving up easy access to the coast. With a median age of 39, it draws a mix of established families and professionals looking to trade density for a bigger block and a change of scenery.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Cannon Valley revolves around the land as much as anything else — big blocks, mountain backdrops, and a slower rhythm than the tourist strip at Airlie Beach or Cannonvale. Most day-to-day dining and socialising happens just down the road in the larger Whitsunday coastal centres, while locally the appeal is more about the setting itself: quiet mornings, room for animals or a hobby farm, and a genuine sense of separation from through-traffic and crowds.
Getting around
Cannon Valley is a car-dependent community, and most residents commute to Cannonvale, Airlie Beach or Proserpine for work, schooling and shopping. The Bruce Highway corridor connects the district north to Proserpine and its airport, and south towards Mackay, making it manageable for those who need to travel further afield for work or flights. Within the valley itself, roads are typically sealed but rural in character, linking through to neighbouring Brandy Creek, Strathdickie and Riordanvale.
Schools & families
Families in Cannon Valley generally look to the wider Whitsunday network of schools rather than anything within the valley itself, with options in Cannonvale and Proserpine covering primary and secondary years. The acreage lifestyle is a drawcard for families wanting kids to grow up with space to roam, and the mix of neighbouring rural communities means there's a strong informal network of local families used to the same commute for schooling and sport.
Parks & recreation
The valley's own backyard is its biggest recreational asset — rolling countryside, hills and creek lines that make it popular with people who like to walk, ride or simply enjoy a rural outlook. The Whitsunday coastline and its beaches, islands and national parks are close enough for regular weekend trips, giving residents the best of both a rural retreat and coastal access without having to live in the thick of the tourist zones.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Cannon Valley is dominated by larger homes on generous acreage-style blocks, reflecting its rural residential character. Current listings show the market is almost entirely established houses, at 85%, with the remaining 15% made up of vacant land for those wanting to build. It's a landscape of low-density living rather than tightly packed streets, and buyers are typically after a standalone home with room to spread out.
The property market
Cannon Valley's median house price currently sits at $1.23 million, with recent growth of 2.3% pointing to steady rather than runaway demand — consistent with a small, tightly held acreage market where turnover is limited. Median rent is $950 a week, reflecting the premium placed on space and privacy in this part of the Whitsundays. With a population of only 1,131 and most listings being established houses rather than land, buyers should expect a market where good properties don't come up often, and where value is closely tied to land size, outlook and proximity to the coastal hubs of Cannonvale and Airlie Beach.
Market snapshot
Cannon Valley property market
Median sale price
$1.23m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$950
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$727k
Median
$1.23m
Premium
$1.64m
Days on market
30
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
25
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +12.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Cannon Valley by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Cannon Valley, QLD 4800.
Population
1,131
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$2,440
median, per week
Median rent
$470
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Cannon Valley
$800k
61 Orchid Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.68m
46 Pepperberry Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
5 Henderson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.16m
3 Spyglass Road
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
Lot 18 Sugar Lane
Sold ~June 2026
$440k
8 Lyndon Court
Sold ~June 2026
$250k
3 Spritsail Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Cannon Valley suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Cannon Valley?
The median house price in Cannon Valley, QLD is $1.23m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.3%.
How much is rent in Cannon Valley?
The median weekly rent in Cannon Valley is around $950 per week.
Is Cannon Valley a good place to live?
Cannon Valley is a semi-rural locality in the Whitsunday Region, Queensland, Australia. Cannon Valley is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 1,131.
What is the population of Cannon Valley?
Cannon Valley has a population of 1,131 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
How long do homes take to sell in Cannon Valley?
Properties in Cannon Valley take around 30 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Cannon Valley?
Entry-level properties in Cannon Valley start around $727k, while premium homes reach $1.64m.
What suburbs are near Cannon Valley?
Suburbs near Cannon Valley include Brandy Creek, Hidden Valley Preston, Riordanvale and Strathdickie.
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