Is Tregeagle, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Tregeagle, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 21 May 2026

Climate Safety Score

5.5/10

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Tregeagle faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its location and rainfall patterns. Increased rainfall intensity could exacerbate this risk.
Bushfire
The bushfire risk in Tregeagle is moderate. While not immediately adjacent to dense bushland, dry conditions and wind patterns can increase the risk.
Heat
Tregeagle 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
2480
Highest high-risk exposure
17.8% of land (bushfire)

Climate Safety Analysis

Tregeagle 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 Tregeagle'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 Tregeagle 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 Tregeagle including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.

Tregeagle (postcode 2480) 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 (17.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.3% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tregeagle — 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 Bushland2km
BAL OverlayRFS Bush Fire Prone Land
Nearest WaterwayWilsons River
Flood ZoneLow to Moderate
Avg January Max30.5 °C

Historical Events

2022
Major

Major flooding event impacted the region, causing widespread damage.

2019
Moderate

Bushfires impacted surrounding areas, leading to smoke haze and potential property damage.

2017
Moderate

Moderate flooding event caused localized disruptions.

2013
Moderate

Prolonged heatwave conditions affected the region.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

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

Est. cost: High

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heat Action Plan

Immediate

Create a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to address potential water scarcity issues due to climate change.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Lismore City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 21 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tregeagle safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Tregeagle 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 Tregeagle 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 Tregeagle?

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 Tregeagle?

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 Tregeagle.

What share of Tregeagle is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.8% of Tregeagle in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 66.3% 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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