Bushfire Risk in Ournie, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Ournie, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Ournie has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter and drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 27 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.8/10

The area around Ournie has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter and drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Ournie has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter and drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Ournie, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2640
Highest high-risk exposure
18.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Ournie, New South Wales, has a the area around ournie has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter and drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity 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 area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions.

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

Ournie sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 18.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 65% 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 Ournie.

Ournie (postcode 2640) 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 (18.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (10.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Ournie — 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
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and increased fire danger in Ournie.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risks, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement community education programs and improve bushfire management practices.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Low

Water Conservation

Long-term

Promote water conservation measures to address potential water scarcity due to climate change.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 27 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ournie in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Ournie 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 Ournie?

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

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 Ournie is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.2% of Ournie in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 65% 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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