Is Caversham, WA Climate Safe? 2026 Assessment

Caversham, Western Australia· UNKNOWN
Moderate climate risk — address-specificUpdated 1 Apr 2026

Is Caversham 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

5.5

Moderate climate risk — address-specific

Key Facts

Climate Safety
Medium
Flood
Caversham faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from the Swan River. Climate change is expected to increase rainfall intensity, potentially leading to more frequent and severe flood events.
Bushfire
Caversham has a notable bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hotter, drier conditions associated with climate change are likely to exacerbate this risk, increasing the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Heat
Caversham is projected to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. This poses a significant risk to vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions.
Storm
Moderate storm risk — winter storms and occasional severe thunderstorms
Postcode
6055
Region
Greater Perth
Median property value
$750,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Climate Safety Analysis

Caversham 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 Caversham's climate safety include heat, bushfire. 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 Caversham 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 Caversham including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.

Caversham located in Greater Perth (postcode 6055), 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 Caversham.

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

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to bushland reserves
BAL OverlayDFES Bushfire Prone Area Map
Nearest WaterwaySwan River
Flood ZoneAreas near the Swan River are prone to flooding.
Avg January Max32.5 °C

Historical Events

2022
Moderate

Significant rainfall led to localized flooding and road closures in Caversham.

2019
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave resulted in record-breaking temperatures and increased demand for emergency services.

2011
Minor

A bushfire near Caversham caused smoke haze and required firefighting efforts.

2010
Moderate

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

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a community heatwave plan

Immediate

Establish cooling centers and provide support for vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Implement bushfire mitigation measures

Near-term

Clear vegetation around properties and develop evacuation plans.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Improve drainage systems to reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Promote water conservation

Long-term

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

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

City of Swan
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caversham safe from climate change?

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

The dominant hazard for Caversham 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 Caversham 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 Caversham?

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 Caversham?

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 Caversham.

Is Caversham Safe from Climate Risk?

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