Suncorp analysis shows severe storm claims hotspots shift across Australian states over past five years

By Public Technologies
  • Suncorp published five-year AAMI and Suncorp Insurance claims analysis showing severe storm damage hotspots shifting across Australian states.
  • Findings point to rising geographic dispersion in storm impacts, reducing the usefulness of historic “hotspot” areas for risk planning.
  • Queensland analysis covered more than 126,000 home insurance claims, with hotspots rotating between Brisbane, Fraser Coast, Far North Queensland, Gold Coast.
  • Western Australia, South Australia were exceptions, with repeat top hotspots across most years, led by Halls Head, Aberfoyle Park.
  • Seasonal outlooks flag a less active spring, but analysis indicates material residual risk for households across most locations.


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