Best investment-properties in Townsville for Climate Safety

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

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
1Alsace24/100
2Alexandra25/100
3Andergrove25/100
4Arcadia Valley25/100
5Argoon25/100
6Abergowrie26/100
7Alice River26/100
8Aloomba26/100
9Armstrong Beach26/100
10Abingdon Downs27/100

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the safest suburbs in Townsville for investment-properties?
Based on our analysis, Alsace has the lowest overall climate risk score (24/100) in Townsville, followed by Alexandra and Andergrove. These scores combine flood, bushfire, heat, storm, and other hazard assessments.
How does climate risk affect property in Townsville?
Climate risk can impact insurance premiums, property resale value, and long-term ownership costs in Townsville. Properties in higher-risk areas may face increasing insurance costs and potential value depreciation. A full climate risk report provides detailed projections.

Is Alsace 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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