Best climate-safe-suburbs in Wollongong for Climate Safety

Climate risk affects property values, insurance costs, and long-term liveability. Wollongong's suburbs vary significantly in their exposure to flood, bushfire, extreme heat, and storm hazards. This guide ranks the top 10 safest suburbs in Wollongong for climate-safe-suburbs.

Remember that suburb-level scores are indicative. Every property within a suburb has a unique risk profile depending on its exact location, elevation, proximity to vegetation or waterways, and building characteristics. Always get an address-level report for the specific property you're considering.

Scores range from 0 (Minimal risk) to 100 (Severe risk). A score below 34 is considered Low, 34-50 Moderate, 51-66 Elevated, 67-83 High, and above 84 Severe.

#SuburbRisk Score
1Amaroo32/100
2Araluen32/100
3Ashley32/100
4Armatree33/100
5Arthurville33/100
6Aberglasslyn34/100
7Adamstown Heights34/100
8Afterlee34/100
9Alison34/100
10Allandale34/100

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the safest suburbs in Wollongong for climate-safe-suburbs?
Based on our analysis, Amaroo has the lowest overall climate risk score (32/100) in Wollongong, followed by Araluen and Ashley. These scores combine flood, bushfire, heat, storm, and other hazard assessments.
How does climate risk affect property in Wollongong?
Climate risk can impact insurance premiums, property resale value, and long-term ownership costs in Wollongong. Properties in higher-risk areas may face increasing insurance costs and potential value depreciation. A full climate risk report provides detailed projections.

Is Amaroo Safe from Climate Risk?

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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