📮 Ilford postcode: 2850

Bushfire Risk in Ilford, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Ilford, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2850
Ilford is located in a bushfire-prone area. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 23 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

Ilford is located in a bushfire-prone area. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Ilford is located in a bushfire-prone area. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Ilford, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2850
Highest high-risk exposure
13.7% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Ilford, New South Wales, has a ilford is located in a bushfire-prone area. drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to 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.

The area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring properties to adhere to specific building codes and vegetation management practices.

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

Ilford sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 6.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 75.8% 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 Ilford.

Ilford (postcode 2850) 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 surface flood (13.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7.9% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (6.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Ilford — 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 BushlandAdjacent to large areas of bushland.
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

The 2019 bushfires significantly impacted the region, causing widespread damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a Bushfire Survival Plan

Immediate

Create a detailed plan for evacuating your property in the event of a bushfire. Clear vegetation around your home and ensure you have adequate water supplies.

Est. cost: Low

Improve Home Cooling

Near-term

Install air conditioning or fans to help stay cool during heatwaves. Insulate your home to reduce heat gain and consider planting trees to provide shade.

Est. cost: Medium

Improve Flood Preparedness

Near-term

Understand your flood risk and develop an evacuation plan. Ensure your property is adequately insured against flood damage.

Est. cost: Low

Install Water Tanks

Long-term

Install water tanks to capture rainwater for use during dry periods and to reduce reliance on mains water.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 23 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ilford in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Ilford 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 Ilford?

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

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 Ilford is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.7% of Ilford in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 70.9% 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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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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