📮 Weedallion postcode: 2878

Is Weedallion, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Weedallion, New South Wales· Coonamble Shire Council· 2878
Climate risk is high — address assessment recommendedUpdated 31 May 2026

Climate Safety Score

7.2/10

Climate risk is high — address assessment recommended

Key Facts

Climate Safety
High
Flood
Weedallion faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to waterways and relatively flat terrain. Intense rainfall events can lead to flash flooding and riverine flooding.
Bushfire
Weedallion is at high risk of bushfires due to the surrounding bushland and dry climate. Hot, dry summers and strong winds can create ideal conditions for bushfires to spread rapidly.
Heat
Weedallion experiences high temperatures during summer, with the risk of heatwaves increasing. This can pose a significant threat to vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and those with chronic health conditions.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
Postcode
2594
Highest high-risk exposure
24.1% of land (bushfire)

Climate Safety Analysis

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

Weedallion (postcode 2594) 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 (24.1% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Weedallion — 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 Pilliga State Forest
BAL OverlayBushfire Prone Area
Nearest WaterwayCastlereagh River
Flood ZoneLikely to be affected by flooding during major rainfall events.
Avg January Max35 °C

Historical Events

2023
Moderate

Heavy rainfall caused the Castlereagh River to flood, impacting several properties in Weedallion.

2019
Moderate

Weedallion experienced a prolonged heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius for several days, putting strain on the local health system.

2017
Major

A large bushfire burned through the Pilliga State Forest, threatening Weedallion and requiring residents to evacuate.

2010
Moderate

The Castlereagh River flooded, inundating low-lying areas of Weedallion and causing damage to property.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve building standards for bushfire resistance

Immediate

Upgrade building materials and designs to better withstand bushfires, such as using fire-resistant cladding and installing sprinkler systems.

Est. cost: High

Implement water conservation measures

Near-term

Reduce water consumption through rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, and drought-resistant landscaping.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop community emergency management plans

Immediate

Establish community-based emergency response plans, including evacuation routes, communication protocols, and designated safe havens.

Est. cost: Low

Upgrade drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Improve drainage systems to reduce the risk of flash flooding, including increasing the capacity of drains and culverts.

Est. cost: High

Promote heatwave preparedness

Immediate

Educate residents about the risks of heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Coonamble Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Weedallion safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Weedallion 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 Weedallion 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 Weedallion?

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 Weedallion?

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 Weedallion.

What share of Weedallion is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 24.1% of Weedallion in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 53.3% 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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