Bushfire Risk in Murrawombie, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Murrawombie, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Murrawombie is at high risk of bushfires due to dry vegetation and prevailing winds. Climate change is expected to exacerbate these conditions.Updated 2 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

The area around Murrawombie is at high risk of bushfires due to dry vegetation and prevailing winds. Climate change is expected to exacerbate these conditions.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Murrawombie is at high risk of bushfires due to dry vegetation and prevailing winds. Climate change is expected to exacerbate these conditions.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Murrawombie, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2825
Highest high-risk exposure
14.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Murrawombie, New South Wales, has a the area around murrawombie is at high risk of bushfires due to dry vegetation and prevailing winds. climate change is expected to exacerbate these conditions. 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.

Prepare a bushfire survival plan and maintain your property.

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

Murrawombie sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 14.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 72.7% 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 Murrawombie.

Murrawombie (postcode 2825) 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 (14.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Murrawombie — 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 areas
BAL Overlay / ZoneCheck NSW RFS website for bushfire prone areas
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

Severe bushfires impacted the region, causing widespread damage and evacuations.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires threatened properties in the area, requiring active firefighting efforts.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a Bushfire Survival Plan

Immediate

Create a detailed plan for protecting your family and property during a bushfire, including evacuation routes and emergency contacts.

Est. cost: Low

Improve Home Cooling

Near-term

Install air conditioning or fans to help stay cool during heatwaves. Insulate your home to reduce heat gain.

Est. cost: Medium

Assess Flood Risk

Near-term

Check local flood maps to understand your property's flood risk. Consider measures to protect your home from flooding, such as raising electrical outlets.

Est. cost: Low to Medium

Plant Native Trees

Long-term

Planting native trees can help reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade. Choose fire-resistant species.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Murrawombie in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Murrawombie 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 Murrawombie?

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

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 Murrawombie is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.2% of Murrawombie in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 72.7% 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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