Bushfire Risk in Narraweena, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10Bushfire risk in Narraweena is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during bushfire season.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- Bushfire risk in Narraweena is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during bushfire season.
- Trend
- stable
- Suburb
- Narraweena, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2099
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 17.7% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Narraweena, New South Wales, has a bushfire risk in narraweena is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during bushfire season. 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 bordering Garigal National Park are at higher risk of bushfire.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Narraweena, 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 Narraweena including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Narraweena sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 65.4% 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 Narraweena.
Narraweena (postcode 2099) 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 (17.7% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.3% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Narraweena — 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
Historical Events
Bushfires in the region threatened properties in Narraweena.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termUpgrade drainage systems and build flood barriers to protect properties from flooding.
Est. cost: Medium
Bushfire Management
Near-termImplement bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing and community education programs.
Est. cost: Medium
Heatwave Preparedness
ImmediateDevelop a heatwave preparedness plan and provide cooling centers for vulnerable residents.
Est. cost: Low
Coastal Protection
Long-termImplement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise.
Est. cost: High
Community Awareness Programs
Near-termEducate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures through community workshops and online resources.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Narraweena in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Narraweena may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Narraweena 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 Narraweena?
BAL ratings in Narraweena 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 Narraweena?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Narraweena 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 Narraweena?
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 Narraweena is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.7% of Narraweena in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 65.4% 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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