📮 Figtree postcode: 2525

Is Figtree, NSW Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Figtree, New South Wales· Wollongong· 2525
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 30 May 2026

Is Figtree Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Figtree, 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

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Climate Safety Score

5.2

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Figtree has a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to creeks and low-lying areas. Intense rainfall events can cause flash flooding.
Bushfire
Figtree has a moderate risk of bushfire due to the presence of bushland areas nearby. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the risk.
Heat
Figtree is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves in the future. This can pose a risk to vulnerable populations.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
Postcode
2525
Region
Coastal NSW
Median property value
$925,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Climate Safety Analysis

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

Figtree located in Coastal NSW (postcode 2525), is a New South Wales suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $925,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Figtree.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Figtree in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+30% 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 Figtree, 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 Figtree are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to bushland reserves
BAL OverlayRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Nearest WaterwayFigtree Creek
Flood ZonePartially within a 1% AEP flood zone
Avg January Max27.5 °C

Historical Events

2022
Major

Significant flooding event impacted Figtree, leading to evacuations and widespread damage.

2019
Moderate

Prolonged heatwave conditions put strain on local infrastructure and caused health concerns.

2017
Moderate

Heavy rainfall led to flash flooding in Figtree, affecting several homes and businesses.

2013
Minor

A bushfire near Figtree caused some concern but was quickly contained by fire services.

2011
Moderate

Major flooding in the Wollongong region impacted Figtree, causing property damage and road closures.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage infrastructure

Immediate

Upgrade stormwater drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: High

Develop a community heatwave plan

Near-term

Create a plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including cooling centers and outreach programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement bushfire risk reduction measures

Near-term

Undertake vegetation management and controlled burns to reduce bushfire fuel loads near residential areas.

Est. cost: Medium

Raise awareness about climate risks

Long-term

Educate residents about the risks of flooding, heatwaves, and bushfires, and provide guidance on how to prepare and respond.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water to reduce strain on water resources during droughts and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Wollongong City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Figtree safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Figtree 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 Figtree 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 Figtree?

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 Figtree?

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 Figtree.

Is Figtree Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Figtree, 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