Best high-growth-suburbs in Canberra for Climate Safety

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

#	Suburb	Risk Score
1	Bonython	26/100
2	Macquarie	26/100
3	Chisholm	30/100
4	Gungahlin	30/100
5	Higgins	30/100
6	Franklin	31/100
7	Hackett	31/100
8	Harrison	31/100
9	Kambah	31/100
10	Kingston	31/100

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the safest suburbs in Canberra for high-growth-suburbs?

Based on our analysis, Bonython has the lowest overall climate risk score (26/100) in Canberra, followed by Macquarie and Chisholm. These scores combine flood, bushfire, heat, storm, and other hazard assessments.

How does climate risk affect property in Canberra?

Climate risk can impact insurance premiums, property resale value, and long-term ownership costs in Canberra. Properties in higher-risk areas may face increasing insurance costs and potential value depreciation. A full climate risk report provides detailed projections.

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Is Bonython Safe from Climate Risk?

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2022 insured disaster losses*

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