Is Murrawombie, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
7.2/10Climate risk is high — address assessment recommended
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- High
- Flood
- Murrawombie faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from heavy rainfall events and potential riverine flooding. Low-lying areas are particularly vulnerable.
- Bushfire
- The area around Murrawombie is at high risk of bushfires due to dry vegetation and prevailing winds. Climate change is expected to exacerbate these conditions.
- Heat
- Murrawombie is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves, posing a risk to vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
- Postcode
- 2825
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 14.2% of land (bushfire)
Climate Safety Analysis
Murrawombie in New South Wales has an overall climate safety rating of High. 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 Murrawombie's climate safety include heat, flood, bushfire. 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 Murrawombie 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 Murrawombie including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Murrawombie (postcode 2825) 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 (14.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Murrawombie — 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 flooding in low-lying areas, disrupting transport and damaging property.
Severe bushfires impacted the region, causing widespread damage and evacuations.
Prolonged heatwave conditions led to increased hospital admissions and strain on infrastructure.
Bushfires threatened properties in the area, requiring active firefighting efforts.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Develop a Bushfire Survival Plan
ImmediateCreate a detailed plan for protecting your family and property during a bushfire, including evacuation routes and emergency contacts.
Est. cost: Low
Improve Home Cooling
Near-termInstall air conditioning or fans to help stay cool during heatwaves. Insulate your home to reduce heat gain.
Est. cost: Medium
Assess Flood Risk
Near-termCheck local flood maps to understand your property's flood risk. Consider measures to protect your home from flooding, such as raising electrical outlets.
Est. cost: Low to Medium
Plant Native Trees
Long-termPlanting native trees can help reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade. Choose fire-resistant species.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Murrawombie safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Murrawombie has an overall High 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 Murrawombie?
The dominant hazard for Murrawombie 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 Murrawombie 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 Murrawombie?
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 Murrawombie?
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 Murrawombie.
What share of Murrawombie is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.2% of Murrawombie in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 72.7% 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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