Bushfire Risk in Pembrooke, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10The bushfire risk in Pembrooke is relatively low but still present, particularly in areas close to undeveloped land. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could exacerbate this risk.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The bushfire risk in Pembrooke is relatively low but still present, particularly in areas close to undeveloped land. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could exacerbate this risk.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Pembrooke, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2446
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 15.4% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Pembrooke, New South Wales, has a the bushfire risk in pembrooke is relatively low but still present, particularly in areas close to undeveloped land. drier conditions and higher temperatures could exacerbate this risk. 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.
Residents in bushfire-prone areas should maintain firebreaks and have evacuation plans.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Pembrooke, 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 Pembrooke including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Pembrooke sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.4% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 71.3% 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 Pembrooke.
Pembrooke (postcode 2446) 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 (15.4% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Pembrooke — 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 surrounding areas caused smoky conditions and heightened fire risk in Pembrooke.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve stormwater drainage
Near-termUpgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Establish cooling centers
ImmediateCreate designated cooling centers for vulnerable populations during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Implement bushfire management plans
Near-termDevelop and implement bushfire management plans for areas bordering bushland.
Est. cost: Medium
Promote water conservation
Long-termEncourage water conservation measures to reduce strain on water resources during droughts and heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Community awareness programs
ImmediateEducate residents about climate risks and preparedness measures through community workshops and online resources.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pembrooke in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Pembrooke may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Pembrooke 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 Pembrooke?
BAL ratings in Pembrooke 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 Pembrooke?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Pembrooke 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 Pembrooke?
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 Pembrooke is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.4% of Pembrooke in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 71.3% 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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