📮 Huntingwood postcode: 2148

Bushfire Risk in Huntingwood, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Huntingwood, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2148
The risk of bushfires in Huntingwood is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of fire.Updated 1 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The risk of bushfires in Huntingwood is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of fire.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The risk of bushfires in Huntingwood is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of fire.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Huntingwood, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2148
Highest high-risk exposure
7.6% of land (extreme wind)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Huntingwood, New South Wales, has a the risk of bushfires in huntingwood is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of fire. 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.

Properties adjacent to bushland are advised to maintain a defensible space.

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

Huntingwood sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 5.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 68% 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 Huntingwood.

Huntingwood (postcode 2148) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are extreme wind (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Huntingwood — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandSome properties border bushland reserves.
BAL Overlay / ZoneCheck NSW RFS website for bushfire prone area overlay.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater infrastructure to better manage increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement a heatwave management plan

Immediate

Develop and implement a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and community outreach programs.

Est. cost: Low

Bushfire preparedness

Near-term

Maintain properties and clear vegetation to reduce bushfire risk. Prepare a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce strain on water resources during periods of drought and heat.

Est. cost: Low

Green infrastructure development

Long-term

Increase green spaces and tree canopy cover to mitigate the urban heat island effect and improve stormwater management.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Blacktown City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huntingwood in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Huntingwood 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 Huntingwood?

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

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 share of Huntingwood is exposed to high extreme wind risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 7.6% of Huntingwood in high-risk zones for extreme wind, with a further 75.2% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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2022 insured disaster losses*
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