📮 Leeville postcode: 2470

Bushfire Risk in Leeville, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Leeville, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2470
Leeville faces a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions associated with climate change are projected to lengthen the bushfire season and increase fire intensity.Updated 3 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Leeville faces a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions associated with climate change are projected to lengthen the bushfire season and increase fire intensity.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Leeville faces a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions associated with climate change are projected to lengthen the bushfire season and increase fire intensity.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Leeville, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2470
Highest high-risk exposure
10.5% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Leeville, New South Wales, has a leeville faces a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions associated with climate change are projected to lengthen the bushfire season and increase fire intensity. 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 has a history of grass and scrub fires.

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

Leeville sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.8% 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 Leeville.

Leeville (postcode 2470) 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 (10.5% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (6.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Leeville — 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 bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires burned through nearby areas, causing smoke and air quality issues.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: High

Develop a heatwave management plan

Immediate

Implement strategies to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, such as cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement bushfire mitigation measures

Near-term

Clear vegetation around properties and develop a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Raise awareness of climate change risks

Long-term

Educate residents about the impacts of climate change and how to prepare for extreme weather events.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen building codes

Long-term

Update building codes to ensure new construction is resilient to climate change impacts, such as flooding and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 3 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leeville in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Leeville 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 Leeville?

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

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 Leeville is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.5% of Leeville in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 63.8% 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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