Property Investment Score: Macquarie Pass, NSW (2026)

Macquarie Pass, New South Wales· Wingecarribee Shire Council
Moderate investment with climate considerationsUpdated 31 May 2026

Investment Score

5.8/10

Moderate investment with climate considerations

Key Facts

Investment Score
5.8/10
Climate Risk
Medium
Resale Risk
Medium
Suburb
Macquarie Pass, NSW
Postcode
2577
Highest high-risk exposure
26.1% of land (bushfire)

Investment Score Analysis

Macquarie Pass in New South Wales has an investment score reflecting its climate risk profile, property market fundamentals, and long-term climate projections. The overall Medium risk rating is a key input for investors evaluating climate-adjusted returns.

Properties in high-risk areas may experience a decrease in value.

The emergence of climate risk awareness among buyers, tenants, insurers, and lenders is creating differentiation in the property market. Properties in Macquarie Pass with demonstrably lower hazard exposure may attract stronger demand, better insurance terms, and more resilient long-term value.

Use ClimateNest for a complete property-specific investment analysis for Macquarie Pass including address-level risk scoring, insurance cost projections, climate-adjusted value forecasts to 2050, and resale liquidity assessment.

Macquarie Pass (postcode 2577) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (26.1% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9.3% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Macquarie Pass — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Insurance OutlookInsurance premiums may increase due to the elevated flood and bushfire risks.
Price Impact from ClimateProperties in high-risk areas may experience a decrease in value.
Resale Liquidity RiskMedium

Historical Events

2020
Minor

Localized flooding occurred after a period of intense rainfall.

2019
Major

The Black Summer bushfires caused significant smoke haze and elevated fire danger in the region.

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Morton National Park threatened the suburb, requiring residents to be on alert.

2011
Moderate

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in low-lying areas, impacting some residential properties.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as improved drainage systems and flood barriers.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement regular hazard reduction burns and educate residents on bushfire safety measures.

Est. cost: Low

Develop Heatwave Response Plan

Near-term

Establish cooling centers and provide support for vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to adopt water-saving practices to reduce strain on water resources during drier periods.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Wingecarribee Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macquarie Pass a good investment?

Macquarie Pass has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Get an address-level investment analysis from ClimateNest including climate-adjusted value projections, insurance cost trajectories, and resale liquidity scoring.

How does climate risk affect property investment returns in Macquarie Pass?

Climate risk can affect returns through higher insurance costs, reduced buyer demand in higher-risk areas, potential lender restrictions, and market differentiation between high-risk and low-risk properties within Macquarie Pass. ClimateNest provides climate-adjusted investment metrics.

What is the resale outlook for properties in Macquarie Pass?

The resale outlook for Macquarie Pass depends partly on how climate risk perceptions evolve. As awareness grows, buyers are likely to increasingly favour lower-risk properties. An address-level report helps you understand the specific resale liquidity outlook.

Are there climate-resilient suburbs near Macquarie Pass?

Neighbouring suburbs may have different climate risk profiles due to variations in elevation, vegetation cover, drainage, and land use. ClimateNest allows you to compare investment scores across New South Wales suburbs to identify relative opportunities and risks.

What share of Macquarie Pass is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 26.1% of Macquarie Pass in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 68% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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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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