What the mapping shows for Kangaroo Point

No measured layer for this hazard covers Kangaroo Point, so no suburb-level figure is published for it. That is an absence of mapped data, not a finding that the suburb is unaffected.

Heat Risk in Kangaroo Point, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Kangaroo Point, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
No measured heat risk layer covers Kangaroo Point, so no suburb-level figure is published for it. That is an absence of mapped data, not a finding that the suburb is unaffected.Updated 26 May 2026

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Heat Risk Score

Not assessed

No measured heat risk layer covers Kangaroo Point, so no suburb-level figure is published for it. That is an absence of mapped data, not a finding that the suburb is unaffected.

Key Facts

Heat Risk
Kangaroo Point is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. This poses a significant risk to vulnerable populations, especially during summer months.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Kangaroo Point, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2224

Heat Risk Analysis

No measured heat risk layer covers Kangaroo Point, so no suburb-level figure is published for it. That is an absence of mapped data, not a finding that the suburb is unaffected.

ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Kangaroo Point. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.

Local Hazard Evidence

Avg January Max Temp30.5 °C
Heat Stress Events/Year3
Urban Heat ContextThe suburb experiences several days above 35°C each summer.

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Prolonged heatwave conditions impacted vulnerable residents.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Resilience

Near-term

Implement flood mitigation measures such as raising homes, installing flood barriers, and improving drainage systems.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Heatwave Preparedness

Immediate

Install air conditioning, improve home insulation, and develop a heatwave plan for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Low to Medium

Protect Coastal Areas

Long-term

Implement coastal protection measures such as seawalls and beach nourishment to reduce erosion.

Est. cost: High

Promote Water Conservation

Near-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce water stress during droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education Programs

Near-term

Run workshops and distribute information on how to prepare for and respond to climate-related hazards.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Hornsby Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 26 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there measured data for Kangaroo Point?

No measured heat risk layer covers Kangaroo Point, so no suburb-level figure is published for it. That is an absence of mapped data, not a finding that the suburb is unaffected.

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