Is Collie, WA Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
5.2/10Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Collie faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Collie River and other waterways. Increased rainfall intensity could exacerbate this risk.
- Bushfire
- The risk of bushfires in Collie is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
- Heat
- Collie is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. Higher average temperatures can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — winter storms and occasional severe thunderstorms
- Postcode
- 6225
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 15% of land (bushfire)
Climate Safety Analysis
Collie in Western Australia 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 Collie'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 Collie 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 Collie including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Collie (postcode 6225) 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 (15% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (11.6% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (7.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Collie — 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
Localized flooding occurred after a period of intense rainfall.
Collie experienced a prolonged heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C for several days.
A bushfire near Collie threatened homes and infrastructure, requiring emergency response efforts.
Heavy rainfall caused the Collie River to flood, impacting low-lying areas of the town.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risks, such as levees, drainage improvements, and flood-proofing buildings.
Est. cost: High
Enhance Bushfire Preparedness
ImmediateImplement bushfire management strategies, including fuel reduction, community education, and improved emergency response capabilities.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop Heatwave Action Plan
Near-termCreate a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations, including cooling centers, public awareness campaigns, and early warning systems.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termEncourage water conservation measures to reduce the strain on water resources during periods of drought and heat.
Est. cost: Low
Upgrade Infrastructure
Long-termUpgrade existing infrastructure to withstand extreme weather events, including power grids, transportation networks, and communication systems.
Est. cost: High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Collie safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Collie 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 Collie?
The dominant hazard for Collie 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 Collie 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 Western Australia suburbs.
Should I be concerned about buying property in Collie?
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 Collie?
Key projections for Western Australia 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 Collie.
What share of Collie is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15% of Collie in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 69% 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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