📮 Narellan Vale postcode: 2567

Bushfire Risk in Narellan Vale, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Narellan Vale, New South Wales· Camden· 2567
The area around Narellan Vale has some bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions could increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 2 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The area around Narellan Vale has some bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions could increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Narellan Vale has some bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions could increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Narellan Vale, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2567
Highest high-risk exposure
12.5% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Narellan Vale, New South Wales, has a the area around narellan vale has some bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions could increase the likelihood of bushfires. 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.

Check RFS NSW website for current fire danger ratings and alerts.

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

Narellan Vale sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 74.6% 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 Narellan Vale.

Narellan Vale (postcode 2567) 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 surface flood (12.5% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Narellan Vale — 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 some residential areas
BAL Overlay / ZoneRefer to RFS NSW Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Minor

A bushfire near Narellan Vale caused smoke haze and required firefighting efforts to prevent it from spreading to residential areas.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as improved drainage systems and flood barriers.

Est. cost: High

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement stricter building codes in bushfire-prone areas and promote community education on bushfire safety.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heatwave Action Plan

Immediate

Create a comprehensive heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce strain on water resources during periods of drought and heat.

Est. cost: Low

Green Infrastructure Development

Long-term

Increase green spaces and urban forestry to combat the urban heat island effect and improve air quality.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Camden Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Narellan Vale in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Narellan Vale 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 Narellan Vale?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Narellan Vale 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 Narellan Vale?

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 Narellan Vale is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.5% of Narellan Vale in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 65.3% 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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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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