Is Crowther, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Crowther, New South Wales· Hilltops Council
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 30 May 2026

Is Crowther Safe from Climate Risk?

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What A$49 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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Climate Safety Score

5.2

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Crowther faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its location within the Lachlan River catchment. Intense rainfall events can lead to riverine and flash flooding.
Bushfire
The area around Crowther has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of grasslands and scattered bushland. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Heat
Crowther is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves in the future. This poses a risk 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
2803
Region
Regional NSW
Median property value
$550,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Climate Safety Analysis

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

Crowther located in Regional NSW (postcode 2803), is a New South Wales suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $550,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Crowther.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Crowther in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+25% by 2030). The actual risk of any single home can only be confirmed with an address-level report.

Whether you are buying, selling or renovating in Crowther, extreme heat is the hazard to weigh first. Local council planning controls, state hazard mapping and lender climate policies each reference this kind of suburb-level signal, and property decisions in Crowther are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandWithin 1km of scattered bushland
BAL OverlayCheck with NSW RFS for current bushfire prone area mapping.
Nearest WaterwayLachlan River
Flood ZoneAreas adjacent to the Lachlan River are prone to flooding.
Avg January Max32.5 °C

Historical Events

2022
Moderate

Heavy rainfall led to localized flooding in low-lying areas of Crowther.

2020
Minor

Bushfires in the region caused smoky conditions in Crowther.

2019
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C affected much of New South Wales, including Crowther.

2016
Moderate

Significant rainfall caused flooding in the Lachlan River catchment, affecting Crowther and surrounding areas.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a household emergency plan

Immediate

Prepare a plan for how to respond to different types of emergencies, such as floods, bushfires, and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Maintain your property to reduce fire risk

Near-term

Clear gutters, remove flammable materials from around the house, and keep lawns short.

Est. cost: Low

Install a rainwater tank

Long-term

Collect rainwater for use in the garden and for flushing toilets.

Est. cost: Medium

Improve home insulation

Near-term

Insulate walls and ceilings to reduce energy consumption and improve comfort during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Medium

Support local climate action initiatives

Long-term

Participate in community efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Hilltops Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crowther safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Crowther 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 Crowther 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 Crowther?

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 Crowther?

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 Crowther.

Is Crowther Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Crowther, New South Wales, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

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What A$49 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

Full report from A$49 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections