Is Yarrangobilly, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
5.2/10Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Yarrangobilly faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from the Yarrangobilly River. Riverine flooding can inundate low-lying areas and impact infrastructure.
- Bushfire
- The area surrounding Yarrangobilly is heavily forested, making it susceptible to bushfires, especially during dry periods. Increased temperatures and drier conditions exacerbate the risk.
- Heat
- Yarrangobilly experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves projected. This can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
- Postcode
- 2720
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 16.5% of land (bushfire)
Climate Safety Analysis
Yarrangobilly 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 Yarrangobilly's climate safety include 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 Yarrangobilly 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 Yarrangobilly including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Yarrangobilly (postcode 2720) 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 (16.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.4% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Yarrangobilly — 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
The Black Summer bushfires significantly impacted the region, causing widespread damage to forests and properties.
A prolonged heatwave in January 2019 resulted in heat stress and health concerns for vulnerable residents.
Heavy rainfall caused the Yarrangobilly River to flood, inundating low-lying areas and disrupting transportation.
A bushfire near Yarrangobilly threatened properties and required extensive firefighting efforts.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Bushfire Preparedness
ImmediateImplement comprehensive bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing, fire breaks, and community education programs.
Est. cost: Medium
Enhance Flood Resilience
Near-termUpgrade drainage infrastructure, implement flood warning systems, and develop evacuation plans for flood-prone areas.
Est. cost: High
Develop Heatwave Action Plan
ImmediateEstablish cooling centers, provide public health advice, and ensure vulnerable residents have access to support during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termImplement water restrictions, encourage water-efficient landscaping, and invest in water recycling technologies to address potential water scarcity issues.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yarrangobilly safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Yarrangobilly 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 Yarrangobilly?
The dominant hazard for Yarrangobilly 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 Yarrangobilly 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 Yarrangobilly?
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 Yarrangobilly?
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 Yarrangobilly.
What share of Yarrangobilly is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16.5% of Yarrangobilly in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 58.1% 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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