Is Ramornie, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Ramornie, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 4 May 2026

Climate Safety Score

5.5/10

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Ramornie faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Clarence River. Riverine flooding can inundate low-lying areas.
Bushfire
The risk of bushfire in Ramornie is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of fire.
Heat
Ramornie is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. This poses a risk to vulnerable populations.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
Postcode
2460
Highest high-risk exposure
8.6% of land (bushfire)

Climate Safety Analysis

Ramornie 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 Ramornie's climate safety include heat, flood. 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 Ramornie 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 Ramornie including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.

Ramornie (postcode 2460) 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 (8.6% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (3.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Ramornie — 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

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to bushland areas
BAL OverlayRefer to NSW RFS bushfire prone land maps
Nearest WaterwayClarence River
Flood ZoneAreas adjacent to the Clarence River are prone to flooding.
Avg January Max32 °C

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the surrounding region caused smoky conditions and heightened fire risk in Ramornie.

2017
Moderate

Prolonged heatwave conditions led to increased heat stress and health concerns.

2013
Moderate

Significant flooding of the Clarence River impacted low-lying areas in and around Ramornie.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in flood mitigation infrastructure, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Enhance Heatwave Preparedness

Immediate

Develop a heatwave management plan and establish cooling centers for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Medium

Strengthen Bushfire Resilience

Near-term

Implement bushfire risk reduction measures, such as vegetation management and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade Building Standards

Long-term

Incorporate climate resilience measures into building codes, such as improved insulation and flood-resistant materials.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Clarence Valley Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 4 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ramornie safe from climate change?

No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Ramornie 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 Ramornie?

The dominant hazard for Ramornie 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 Ramornie 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 Ramornie?

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 Ramornie?

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 Ramornie.

What share of Ramornie is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 8.6% of Ramornie in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 86.1% 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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