📮 Maddens Plains postcode: 2526

Bushfire Risk in Maddens Plains, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Maddens Plains, New South Wales· Wollongong· 2526
The suburb is located near bushland, increasing its vulnerability to bushfires, especially during dry and windy conditions. Climate change is projected to exacerbate bushfire risk.Updated 30 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The suburb is located near bushland, increasing its vulnerability to bushfires, especially during dry and windy conditions. Climate change is projected to exacerbate bushfire risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The suburb is located near bushland, increasing its vulnerability to bushfires, especially during dry and windy conditions. Climate change is projected to exacerbate bushfire risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Maddens Plains, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2508
Highest high-risk exposure
20% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Maddens Plains, New South Wales, has a the suburb is located near bushland, increasing its vulnerability to bushfires, especially during dry and windy conditions. climate change is projected to exacerbate bushfire 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.

Properties require adequate bushfire protection measures.

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

Maddens Plains sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 20% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 62.4% 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 Maddens Plains.

Maddens Plains (postcode 2508) 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 (20% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9.9% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Maddens Plains — 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 Royal National Park
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire prone area
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

Bushfires impacted the region, causing property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Mitigation Measures

Immediate

Implement vegetation management programs and promote fire-resistant landscaping to reduce bushfire risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Develop a heatwave response plan and provide cooling centers for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Low

Community Awareness Programs

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Wollongong City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddens Plains in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Maddens Plains 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 Maddens Plains?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Maddens Plains 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 Maddens Plains?

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 Maddens Plains is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 20% of Maddens Plains in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 62.4% 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%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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