๐Ÿ“ฎ Brushgrove postcode: 2463

Bushfire Risk in Brushgrove, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Brushgrove, New South Walesยท Clarence Valleyยท 2463
The area around Brushgrove has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Dry vegetation and hot, windy conditions can increase the risk.Updated 4 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

3.5/10

The area around Brushgrove has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Dry vegetation and hot, windy conditions can increase the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Brushgrove has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Dry vegetation and hot, windy conditions can increase the risk.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Brushgrove, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2460
Region
Coastal NSW
Median property value
$925,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat (5/10)
Highest high-risk exposure
22.9% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Brushgrove, New South Wales, has a the area around brushgrove has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. dry vegetation and hot, windy conditions can increase the risk. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The New South Wales fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Areas surrounding Brushgrove are designated as bushfire-prone.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Brushgrove, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Brushgrove including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Brushgrove sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 22.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 60.2% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Brushgrove.

On ClimateNest's 0โ€“10 suburb hazard index, Brushgrove scores 4 for bushfire risk โ€” a moderate exposure relative to the Australian suburb range. For comparison, properties in Brushgrove can still sit well above or below this suburb average depending on elevation, distance to waterways or vegetation, and local drainage.

Brushgrove located in Coastal NSW (postcode 2460), is a New South Wales suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $925,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Brushgrove.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk in Brushgrove is extreme heat (score 5/10), with moderate exposure. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+30% by 2030). These suburb-level signals help prioritise which properties need the closest look โ€” the actual risk of any single home can only be confirmed with an address-level report.

Whether you are buying, selling or renovating in Brushgrove, 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 Brushgrove are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent
BAL Overlay / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/bush-fire-prone-land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the Clarence Valley region caused smoky conditions and heightened fire danger in Brushgrove.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Construct levees and improve drainage systems to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: High

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement bushfire hazard reduction programs and improve community awareness of bushfire safety.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Immediate

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

Est. cost: Low

Raise Awareness of Climate Risks

Long-term

Conduct community workshops and distribute educational materials on climate change and its impacts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Clarence Valley Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 4 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brushgrove in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Brushgrove may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Brushgrove has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Brushgrove?

BAL ratings in Brushgrove depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Brushgrove?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Brushgrove may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Brushgrove?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the New South Wales fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What are the main climate risks in Brushgrove?

ClimateNest's suburb model rates Brushgrove's dominant climate risk as extreme heat at 5/10 on a 0โ€“10 index, followed by damaging wind (5/10) and severe storm (5/10). These are suburb-level averages โ€” an address-level report is needed to confirm the risk of a specific property in Brushgrove.

What share of Brushgrove is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 22.9% of Brushgrove in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 60.2% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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