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Is Cannington, WA Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Cannington, Western Australia· City of Canning· 6107
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 18 Mar 2026

Is Cannington 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
Cannington faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Canning River and low-lying areas. Increased rainfall intensity could exacerbate this risk.
Bushfire
Bushfire risk in Cannington is relatively low due to the urbanized nature of the suburb. However, nearby bushland areas pose a potential threat.
Heat
Cannington experiences moderately high temperatures during summer, with potential for heatwaves. Urban heat island effect can amplify these temperatures.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — winter storms and occasional severe thunderstorms
Postcode
6107
Region
Greater Perth
Median property value
$750,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Climate Safety Analysis

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

Cannington located in Greater Perth (postcode 6107), is a Western Australia suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $750,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Cannington.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Cannington in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+20% 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 Cannington, 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 Cannington are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandWithin 2km of significant bushland areas.
BAL OverlayDFES Bushfire Prone Area Map
Nearest WaterwayCanning River
Flood ZoneAreas near the Canning River are designated as flood zones.
Avg January Max31.5 °C

Historical Events

2021
Minor

Localized flooding occurred after a period of intense rainfall.

2017
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave resulted in increased hospital admissions and strain on infrastructure.

2011
Minor

A severe storm caused minor damage to properties in Cannington.

2010
Moderate

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in low-lying areas near the Canning River.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade and expand drainage infrastructure to handle increased rainfall volumes and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Increase Green Spaces

Near-term

Plant more trees and create more green spaces to reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Immediate

Implement a heatwave management plan to protect vulnerable residents during periods of extreme heat.

Est. cost: Low

Raise Awareness of Climate Risks

Long-term

Educate residents about the risks of climate change and provide guidance on how to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events.

Est. cost: Low

Retrofit Homes for Energy Efficiency

Long-term

Encourage homeowners to improve the energy efficiency of their homes to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

City of Canning
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 18 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cannington safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Cannington 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 Cannington 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 Cannington?

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 Cannington?

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 Cannington.

Is Cannington Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Cannington, Western Australia, 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