Is Coogee, WA Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment
Climate Safety Score
5.5/10Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Coogee faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from heavy rainfall events and coastal inundation. The risk is influenced by its coastal location and existing drainage infrastructure.
- Bushfire
- Bushfire risk in Coogee is relatively low due to its urban setting and limited vegetation. However, nearby parks and reserves pose a potential threat during extreme weather conditions.
- Heat
- Coogee experiences a high heat risk, particularly during summer months. Urban heat island effect and increasing temperatures contribute to this risk.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — winter storms and occasional severe thunderstorms
- Postcode
- 6166
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 17.8% of land (bushfire)
Climate Safety Analysis
Coogee 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 Coogee's climate safety include heat, flood, coastal. 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 Coogee 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 Coogee including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
Coogee (postcode 6166) 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 (5.5% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (4.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Coogee — 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
Several days of extreme heat impacted vulnerable residents and increased energy demand.
East Coast Low brought heavy rainfall and strong winds, causing minor flooding in low-lying areas.
A prolonged heatwave resulted in increased hospital admissions and strain on local infrastructure.
A major storm caused significant erosion along Coogee Beach, requiring extensive remediation work.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade stormwater drainage infrastructure
Near-termImprove drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: High
Implement coastal protection measures
ImmediateInvest in seawalls, beach nourishment, and other strategies to protect against coastal erosion and sea level rise.
Est. cost: Very High
Increase urban green space
Near-termPlant more trees and create green spaces to reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop a heatwave response plan
ImmediateEstablish cooling centers and provide support for vulnerable residents during extreme heat events.
Est. cost: Low
Promote water conservation
Long-termEncourage residents and businesses to reduce water consumption to mitigate drought impacts.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coogee safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Coogee 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 Coogee?
The dominant hazard for Coogee 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 Coogee 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 Coogee?
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 Coogee?
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 Coogee.
What share of Coogee is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.8% of Coogee in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 70.1% 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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