📮 Kurrajong Heights postcode: 2758

Bushfire Risk in Kurrajong Heights, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Kurrajong Heights, New South Wales· Hawkesbury· 2758
Kurrajong Heights is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to extensive bushland and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer and autumn. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential ignition sources.Updated 10 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

Kurrajong Heights is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to extensive bushland and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer and autumn. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential ignition sources.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Kurrajong Heights is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to extensive bushland and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer and autumn. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential ignition sources.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Kurrajong Heights, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2758
Highest high-risk exposure
13.9% of land (riverine flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Kurrajong Heights, New South Wales, has a kurrajong heights is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to extensive bushland and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer and autumn. the risk is amplified by strong winds and potential ignition sources. 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 entire suburb is designated as bushfire prone.

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

Kurrajong Heights sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 8.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 73.2% 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 Kurrajong Heights.

Kurrajong Heights (postcode 2758) 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 riverine flood (13.9% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (8.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Kurrajong Heights — 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 Wollemi National Park
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

The 2019 bushfires caused significant damage to properties and infrastructure in and around Kurrajong Heights.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires threatened properties in Kurrajong Heights, requiring extensive firefighting efforts.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: High

Implement bushfire mitigation measures

Immediate

Clear vegetation around properties, create firebreaks, and develop community bushfire preparedness plans.

Est. cost: Medium

Establish a community heatwave plan

Near-term

Develop a plan to support vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including providing cooling centers and outreach services.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water to reduce the strain on water resources during prolonged dry periods.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Hawkesbury City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 10 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kurrajong Heights in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Kurrajong Heights 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 Kurrajong Heights?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Kurrajong Heights 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 Kurrajong Heights?

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 Kurrajong Heights is exposed to high riverine flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.9% of Kurrajong Heights in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 79% 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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30-120%
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