📮 North Turramurra postcode: 2074

Bushfire Risk in North Turramurra, NSW: 2026 Assessment

North Turramurra, New South Wales· Ku-ring-gai· 2074
North Turramurra is located in a bushfire-prone area. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the risk of bushfires.Updated 18 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

North Turramurra is located in a bushfire-prone area. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the risk of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
North Turramurra is located in a bushfire-prone area. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the risk of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
North Turramurra, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2074
Highest high-risk exposure
17.8% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

North Turramurra, New South Wales, has a north turramurra is located in a bushfire-prone area. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the risk 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.

The suburb is surrounded by dense bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires. Residents are required to maintain firebreaks and adhere to bushfire safety regulations.

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

North Turramurra sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 53.2% 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 North Turramurra.

North Turramurra (postcode 2074) 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 (17.8% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (11.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across North Turramurra — 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 Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2020
Moderate

Bushfires impacted areas near North Turramurra, leading to evacuations and property damage in surrounding suburbs.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement bushfire management programs

Immediate

Conduct regular hazard reduction burns and provide education to residents on bushfire preparedness.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave response plan

Near-term

Establish cooling centers and provide support to vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water and implement water-efficient landscaping practices.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen building codes

Long-term

Update building codes to require new homes to be more resilient to extreme weather events, including bushfires and floods.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Ku-ring-gai Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 18 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Turramurra in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in North Turramurra 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 North Turramurra?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of North Turramurra 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 North Turramurra?

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 North Turramurra is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.8% of North Turramurra in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 53.2% 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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