📮 Oxley Park postcode: 2760

Bushfire Risk in Oxley Park, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Oxley Park, New South Wales· Penrith· 2760
The bushfire risk in Oxley Park is moderate due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of bushfires. Climate change is projected to exacerbate these conditions.Updated 24 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The bushfire risk in Oxley Park is moderate due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of bushfires. Climate change is projected to exacerbate these conditions.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The bushfire risk in Oxley Park is moderate due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of bushfires. Climate change is projected to exacerbate these conditions.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Oxley Park, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2760
Highest high-risk exposure
10.3% of land (riverine flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Oxley Park, New South Wales, has a the bushfire risk in oxley park is moderate due to its proximity to bushland areas. hot, dry conditions during summer increase the likelihood of bushfires. climate change is projected 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.

Properties bordering bushland are at higher risk.

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

Oxley Park sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 6.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 80.2% 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 Oxley Park.

Oxley Park (postcode 2760) 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 riverine flood (10.3% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9.3% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (6.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Oxley Park — 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 reserves
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Minor

Bushfires near Oxley Park required emergency response and property protection.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Manage Bushland Fuel Loads

Near-term

Implement regular bushland maintenance to reduce fuel loads and mitigate bushfire risk.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Heat-Resilient Housing

Long-term

Encourage the construction of energy-efficient homes with passive cooling features to reduce heat stress.

Est. cost: High

Develop Community Emergency Plans

Immediate

Create community-based emergency plans to prepare for and respond to climate-related disasters.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Penrith City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxley Park in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Oxley Park 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 Oxley Park?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Oxley Park 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 Oxley Park?

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 Oxley Park is exposed to high riverine flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.3% of Oxley Park in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 82.8% 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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30-120%
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