📮 Mount Irvine postcode: 2790

Bushfire Risk in Mount Irvine, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Mount Irvine, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2790
Mount Irvine is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense bushland and eucalyptus forests. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk.Updated 2 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

Mount Irvine is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense bushland and eucalyptus forests. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Mount Irvine is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense bushland and eucalyptus forests. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Mount Irvine, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2786
Highest high-risk exposure
15.9% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Mount Irvine, New South Wales, has a mount irvine is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense bushland and eucalyptus forests. hot, dry summers exacerbate 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 entire suburb is considered a bushfire-prone area.

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

Mount Irvine sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 70.9% 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 Mount Irvine.

Mount Irvine (postcode 2786) 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 (15.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (10.3% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (4.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Mount Irvine — 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 dense bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

The 2019-2020 Black Summer bushfires significantly impacted the Blue Mountains region, including Mount Irvine, causing widespread damage and evacuations.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires in the Blue Mountains National Park threatened Mount Irvine, requiring residents to be on high alert.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Develop and implement a comprehensive bushfire preparedness plan, including property maintenance, evacuation procedures, and community education.

Est. cost: Low

Flood Mitigation

Near-term

Improve drainage infrastructure and implement flood mitigation measures to reduce the risk of flooding from heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Management

Near-term

Establish cooling centers and promote heat-safe practices to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Water Conservation

Long-term

Implement water conservation measures to ensure a sustainable water supply in the face of changing rainfall patterns.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Blue Mountains City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Irvine in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Mount Irvine 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 Mount Irvine?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Mount Irvine 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 Mount Irvine?

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 Mount Irvine is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.9% of Mount Irvine in high-risk zones for bushfire, 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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