Property Investment Score: Phillip Bay, NSW (2026)

Phillip Bay, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Moderate investment with climate considerationsUpdated 24 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
Phillip Bay, NSW
Postcode
2036
Highest high-risk exposure
13.1% of land (bushfire)

Investment Score Analysis

Phillip Bay 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 price reductions.

The emergence of climate risk awareness among buyers, tenants, insurers, and lenders is creating differentiation in the property market. Properties in Phillip Bay 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 Phillip Bay including address-level risk scoring, insurance cost projections, climate-adjusted value forecasts to 2050, and resale liquidity assessment.

Phillip Bay (postcode 2036) 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 (13.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.2% of land in high-risk zones), coastal inundation (5.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Phillip Bay — 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 climate risks.
Price Impact from ClimateProperties in high-risk areas may experience price reductions.
Resale Liquidity RiskMedium

Historical Events

2022
Moderate

Heavy rainfall caused localized flooding in low-lying areas of Phillip Bay.

2020
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave resulted in increased hospital admissions and strain on infrastructure.

2016
Moderate

A severe storm caused damage to coastal properties and infrastructure.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater infrastructure to reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement coastal protection measures

Long-term

Construct seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect properties from sea level rise and storm surges.

Est. cost: High

Promote energy efficiency

Immediate

Encourage residents to adopt energy-efficient appliances and practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Est. cost: Low

Develop a community emergency plan

Near-term

Create a plan to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events, including evacuation procedures and communication strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Randwick City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phillip Bay a good investment?

Phillip Bay 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 Phillip Bay?

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 Phillip Bay. ClimateNest provides climate-adjusted investment metrics.

What is the resale outlook for properties in Phillip Bay?

The resale outlook for Phillip Bay 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 Phillip Bay?

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 Phillip Bay is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.1% of Phillip Bay in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 64.2% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

Is Phillip Bay 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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