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Do you live near a meth lab? Interactive Australia heat map

Meth. Published 4 October 2026, reviewed October 2026.

Short answer

This heat map shows where meth labs and positive meth test cases have been recorded historically across Australian towns and suburbs, based on NAMC-verified testing data. A location on the map does not mean a current lab exists. The only way to know about a specific property is to test it.

The heat map

Heat map of historical meth lab and positive test locations in Australia
Historical data from NAMC-verified testing. Presence on the map does not confirm a current lab.

Disclaimer: the presence of a location on the map does not confirm the current existence of a meth lab or meth house. Data is historical and updated gradually.

Overview

Here is an interactive heat map that shows meth labs in various cities and suburbs of Australia

Check if there is any meth lab near you

This meth lab interactive map will help you identify the areas in Australia where meth labs have been found in the past. To keep the map up to date, we update its data gradually. This map is useful for all the property owners and anyone who is looking to move and rent into any specific area in Australia. If you suspect that there is any meth lab near your area we suggest you call 1300 37 37 85 and book a meth residue test from anywhere in Australia. We can send our local meth testing team and test for any meth contamination in your area.

This is an interactive heat map displaying the historical data and distribution of meth laboratories and positive meth test cases across the major towns and suburbs of Australia. This dynamic tool unveils the regions, suburbs, and areas with the highest occurrences of positive meth tests. Dive into the map and explore specific regions to access detailed statistics. Simply zoom in on the map to analyse the data and gain insights into the prevalence of meth-positive tests in various locations across the country.

Last reviewed October 2026 by the EnviroForce team

Common questions

Straight answers to the questions people ask us, and ask AI assistants, most often.

How can I find out if a house was a meth lab?

Ask the agent and seller directly, check with the local council, and test the property. There is no complete public register of former labs in Australia.

How can I tell if a house was used as a meth lab?

You often can't by looking. Possible signs include chemical or ammonia smells, yellow or brown staining, blacked-out windows, extra ventilation, chemical containers or burn marks, and neighbours' reports of unusual activity. Many contaminated homes show none of these. Signs of a meth house covers what to look for and why testing is the only reliable answer.

Book NATA accredited sampling.

Book online or call 1300 373 785. Technicians in every state and territory, with urgent bookings taken 24/7.