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Is Glenthompson, VIC Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Glenthompson, Victoria· Southern Grampians Shire· 3293
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 1 June 2026

Is Glenthompson 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
Glenthompson faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to waterways and relatively flat terrain. Increased rainfall intensity could exacerbate this risk.
Bushfire
The area around Glenthompson has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Heat
Glenthompson is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. This poses a risk to vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — severe thunderstorms with hail and damaging winds
Postcode
3293
Region
Regional VIC
Median property value
$475,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Climate Safety Analysis

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

Glenthompson located in Regional VIC (postcode 3293), is a Victoria suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $475,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Glenthompson.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Glenthompson 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 Glenthompson, 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 Glenthompson are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandSurrounded by grasslands and scattered bushland.
BAL OverlayRefer to CFA for bushfire prone areas.
Nearest WaterwayWannon River
Flood ZoneAreas near the Wannon River are prone to flooding.
Avg January Max28.5 °C

Historical Events

2016
Minor

Minor flooding occurred in low-lying areas of Glenthompson after heavy rainfall.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires in the Grampians National Park threatened Glenthompson.

2011
Moderate

Major flooding along the Wannon River affected Glenthompson and surrounding areas.

2009
Major

The Black Saturday heatwave caused extreme temperatures in Glenthompson.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heatwave Early Warning System

Immediate

Implement a system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on staying safe.

Est. cost: Low

Bushfire Preparedness Programs

Near-term

Conduct community workshops and provide resources on bushfire preparedness and survival.

Est. cost: Low

Community Resilience Planning

Long-term

Engage the community in developing a climate adaptation plan that addresses local risks and vulnerabilities.

Est. cost: Medium

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water-saving practices to mitigate the impact of potential droughts and water scarcity.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Southern Grampians Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenthompson safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Glenthompson 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 Glenthompson 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 Victoria suburbs.

Should I be concerned about buying property in Glenthompson?

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 Glenthompson?

Key projections for Victoria 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 Glenthompson.

Is Glenthompson Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Glenthompson, Victoria, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

Free instant previewCSIRO-powered data

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