Flood risk in Redfern (2016)
Flood exposure across Redfern (2016) is sourced from the NSW State Environmental Planning Policy (Resilience and Hazards) 2021 datasets and the relevant City of Sydney Council flood study. The rating reflects the likelihood and depth of flooding based on modelled rainfall events, not historical flood records alone.
If Redfern shows a moderate or high flood-risk rating, that does not necessarily rule it out as a purchase. Many highly desirable Sydney suburbs carry some flood exposure. What matters is the specific land parcel: is it in a high-probability zone, a low-probability zone, or outside mapped flood area entirely? Your conveyancer can obtain that answer from the Section 10.7 certificate. Flood-risk ratings can also affect lending conditions, so discuss the rating with your mortgage broker before committing.
Flood risk in nearby suburbs