๐Ÿ“ฎ Cabramurra postcode: 2629

Bushfire Risk in Cabramurra, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Cabramurra, New South Walesยท Snowy Valleysยท 2629
Cabramurra is at high risk of bushfires due to its location within a heavily forested area. Dry conditions and strong winds exacerbate the risk, making the area highly susceptible to fire during the bushfire season.Updated 27 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

Cabramurra is at high risk of bushfires due to its location within a heavily forested area. Dry conditions and strong winds exacerbate the risk, making the area highly susceptible to fire during the bushfire season.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Cabramurra is at high risk of bushfires due to its location within a heavily forested area. Dry conditions and strong winds exacerbate the risk, making the area highly susceptible to fire during the bushfire season.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Cabramurra, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2629
Region
Regional NSW
Median property value
$550,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat (6/10)
Highest high-risk exposure
17.5% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Cabramurra, New South Wales, has a cabramurra is at high risk of bushfires due to its location within a heavily forested area. dry conditions and strong winds exacerbate the risk, making the area highly susceptible to fire during the bushfire season. 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.

The area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Cabramurra, 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 Cabramurra including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Cabramurra sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 55.1% 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 Cabramurra.

On ClimateNest's 0โ€“10 suburb hazard index, Cabramurra scores 5 for bushfire risk โ€” a moderate exposure relative to the Australian suburb range. For comparison, properties in Cabramurra can still sit well above or below this suburb average depending on elevation, distance to waterways or vegetation, and local drainage.

Cabramurra located in Regional NSW (postcode 2629), is a New South Wales suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $550,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Cabramurra.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk in Cabramurra is extreme heat (score 6/10), with moderate exposure. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+25% 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 Cabramurra, 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 Cabramurra are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandSurrounded by bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Catastrophic

The 2019-2020 bushfires had a devastating impact on the region, with widespread fires affecting communities and ecosystems.

2003
Major

The 2003 Eastern Victorian Alpine bushfires impacted the Snowy Mountains region, causing significant damage to forests and infrastructure.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement comprehensive bushfire management strategies, including fuel reduction, community education, and improved early warning systems.

Est. cost: High

Strengthen Flood Defenses

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure and implement flood mitigation measures to protect properties from inundation.

Est. cost: Medium

Promote Climate-Resilient Building Design

Near-term

Encourage the construction of new buildings that are designed to withstand extreme weather events, such as bushfires and floods.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Long-term

Implement measures to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, such as establishing cooling centers and providing public health advice.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Snowy Valleys Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 27 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cabramurra in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Cabramurra may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Cabramurra 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 Cabramurra?

BAL ratings in Cabramurra 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 Cabramurra?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Cabramurra 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 Cabramurra?

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 Cabramurra?

ClimateNest's suburb model rates Cabramurra's dominant climate risk as extreme heat at 6/10 on a 0โ€“10 index, followed by bushfire (5/10) and damaging wind (4/10). These are suburb-level averages โ€” an address-level report is needed to confirm the risk of a specific property in Cabramurra.

What share of Cabramurra is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.5% of Cabramurra in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 55.1% 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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