Termite Risk Checker

Check any Australian postcode

How the termite risk checker works

Enter your postcode

Any 4-digit Australian postcode

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Based on CSIRO survey of 5,122 dwellings

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About This Tool

This free termite risk checker (also known as a white ant risk checker) covers 2,685 Australian postcodes mapped to 21 CSIRO termite survey regions. Termite risk varies significantly across Australia — from very high risk in tropical areas like Darwin, Cairns, and Brisbane to very low risk in Tasmania. Whether you're buying a home, arranging a pre-purchase building and pest inspection, or just want to know the termite risk in your area, enter your postcode above to get an instant result.

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Disclaimer

Risk levels are derived from the CSIRO Termite Incidence Survey and NatHERS Climate Zone data. Owner Inspections does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of this data. This tool does not constitute professional advice. A qualified termite inspection is recommended for all properties. Owner Inspections accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this information.

Data Sources
CSIRO Termite Incidence Survey (Cookson & Trajstman, 2002)NatHERS Climate Zone Postcodes (ABCB, 2025)NCC Part 3.1.4 — Termite Risk Management