Bushfire Risk in Jingellic, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
7.0/10The area surrounding Jingellic is bushfire-prone, with a history of bushfires impacting the region. Drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the risk.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The area surrounding Jingellic is bushfire-prone, with a history of bushfires impacting the region. Drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the risk.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Jingellic, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2642
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 18.4% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Jingellic, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding jingellic is bushfire-prone, with a history of bushfires impacting the region. drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to 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.
The Rural Fire Service (RFS) provides information on bushfire prone areas and guidance on preparing for bushfires.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Jingellic, 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 Jingellic including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Jingellic sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 18.4% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 71.3% 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 Jingellic.
Jingellic (postcode 2642) 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 bushfire (18.4% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (3.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Jingellic — 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
Historical Events
Bushfires impacted the region surrounding Jingellic, causing property damage and evacuations.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in levees and other flood control measures to protect properties near the Murray River.
Est. cost: High
Implement Bushfire Management
ImmediateConduct regular fuel reduction burns and maintain firebreaks to reduce bushfire risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Improve Heatwave Preparedness
Near-termEstablish cooling centers and provide public education on heatwave safety.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termImplement water restrictions and encourage water-efficient landscaping to conserve water resources.
Est. cost: Low
Community Education Programs
ImmediateRun workshops and distribute information on how residents can prepare for and respond to climate-related disasters.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jingellic in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Jingellic may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Jingellic 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 Jingellic?
BAL ratings in Jingellic 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 Jingellic?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Jingellic 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 Jingellic?
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 Jingellic is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.4% of Jingellic in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 71.3% 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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