๐Ÿ“ฎ Gobbagombalin postcode: 2650

Bushfire Risk in Gobbagombalin, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Gobbagombalin, New South Walesยท City of Wagga Waggaยท 2650
The area has some bushland nearby, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 29 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The area has some bushland nearby, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area has some bushland nearby, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Gobbagombalin, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2650
Region
Regional
Median property value
$500,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat (5/10)
Highest high-risk exposure
12.3% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Gobbagombalin, New South Wales, has a the area has some bushland nearby, posing a moderate bushfire risk. drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires. 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.

Check RFS website for current fire danger ratings.

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

Gobbagombalin sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 12.3% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 62% 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 Gobbagombalin.

On ClimateNest's 0โ€“10 suburb hazard index, Gobbagombalin scores 3 for bushfire risk โ€” a lower exposure relative to the Australian suburb range. For comparison, properties in Gobbagombalin can still sit well above or below this suburb average depending on elevation, distance to waterways or vegetation, and local drainage.

Gobbagombalin located in Regional (postcode 2650), is a New South Wales suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $500,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Gobbagombalin.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk in Gobbagombalin is extreme heat (score 5/10), 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 Gobbagombalin, 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 Gobbagombalin are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandWithin 2km
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoky conditions and some property damage.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in levees and drainage systems to mitigate flood risk.

Est. cost: High

Develop Heat Action Plan

Immediate

Implement a plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Clear vegetation around properties and develop a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Upgrade Infrastructure

Long-term

Ensure infrastructure is resilient to extreme weather events.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

City of Wagga Wagga
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 29 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gobbagombalin in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Gobbagombalin 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 Gobbagombalin?

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

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 Gobbagombalin?

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

What share of Gobbagombalin is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.3% of Gobbagombalin in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 62% 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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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
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30-120%
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