Is Maroubra, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
5.8/10Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Maroubra faces a moderate risk of flooding, particularly in low-lying areas and near waterways. Intense rainfall events can lead to flash flooding.
- Bushfire
- Bushfire risk in Maroubra is relatively low due to its coastal location and limited vegetation. However, nearby parks and reserves pose a potential threat during dry periods.
- Heat
- Maroubra experiences a high risk of heatwaves, especially during summer. Increased temperatures can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
- Postcode
- 2035
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 12.9% of land (coastal inundation)
Climate Safety Analysis
Maroubra in New South Wales has an overall climate safety rating of Medium. This multi-hazard assessment combines flood, bushfire, heat, coastal, and storm risk data with climate projections to 2050 from CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology.
Key factors affecting Maroubra's climate safety include heat, flood, coastal. Each hazard is assessed independently and combined for an overall picture. Australia has warmed by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with flow-on effects to fire weather, extreme rainfall, and heatwave frequency.
Climate safety for property in Maroubra is not uniform — it varies by address. Factors such as elevation, distance to waterways, proximity to bushland, and local drainage all influence actual risk at a specific property. Two nearby properties can have materially different risk profiles.
For a complete property-specific climate safety report for Maroubra including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Maroubra (postcode 2035) 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 coastal inundation (12.9% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (11% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Maroubra — 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
Historical Events
Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in low-lying areas of Maroubra, impacting some residential properties and businesses.
A prolonged heatwave in January resulted in increased hospital admissions and strain on infrastructure.
A severe storm caused coastal erosion and damage to beachfront properties.
The Pasha Bulker storm event caused significant coastal erosion along Maroubra Beach.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve stormwater drainage
Near-termUpgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Implement coastal protection measures
Near-termConstruct seawalls and restore dunes to protect against coastal erosion and sea level rise.
Est. cost: High
Develop a heatwave management plan
ImmediateEstablish cooling centers and provide support for vulnerable residents during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Promote water conservation
Long-termEncourage residents and businesses to reduce water consumption to mitigate drought impacts.
Est. cost: Low
Bushfire preparedness
Near-termEnsure residents are aware of bushfire risks and have evacuation plans in place.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maroubra safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Maroubra has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Understanding the specific hazards at your property address — not just the suburb average — provides the most reliable risk picture.
Which climate hazard poses the biggest risk in Maroubra?
The dominant hazard for Maroubra depends on geography and local environment. Proximity to waterways elevates flood risk, while proximity to bushland increases bushfire risk. ClimateNest's multi-hazard analysis identifies the highest-risk hazards for any specific address.
How does Maroubra compare to nearby suburbs for climate safety?
Nearby suburbs may have different climate risk profiles depending on elevation, vegetation cover, drainage patterns, and land use. ClimateNest allows comparison of climate safety scores across New South Wales suburbs.
Should I be concerned about buying property in Maroubra?
Climate risk should be one factor in your decision, alongside price, location, and amenity. An informed buyer understands the specific risks at a property address and factors insurance costs and climate projections into their assessment of long-term value.
What climate projections should I know for Maroubra?
Key projections for New South Wales from CSIRO include increased average temperatures, more frequent hot days, changes in rainfall seasonality, longer fire seasons, and potential increases in extreme rainfall intensity. These trends inform the long-term outlook for Maroubra.
What share of Maroubra is exposed to high coastal inundation risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.9% of Maroubra in high-risk zones for coastal inundation, with a further 78.5% 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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