Bushfire Risk in Pinnacle Swamp, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Pinnacle Swamp, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Pinnacle Swamp has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 23 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

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

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Pinnacle Swamp has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Pinnacle Swamp, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2849
Highest high-risk exposure
16% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Pinnacle Swamp, New South Wales, has a the area around pinnacle swamp has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are expected 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.

Properties on the edge of the suburb 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 Pinnacle Swamp, 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 Pinnacle Swamp including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Pinnacle Swamp sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 16% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 57.2% 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 Pinnacle Swamp.

Pinnacle Swamp (postcode 2849) 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 (16% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Pinnacle Swamp — 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
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire prone area overlay
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

Bushfires in the surrounding region caused smoke haze and elevated fire danger.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

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

Est. cost: High

Implement a bushfire management plan

Near-term

Develop and implement a comprehensive bushfire management plan to reduce the risk of bushfires.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave response plan

Immediate

Create a heatwave response plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water to reduce the strain on water resources during droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 23 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinnacle Swamp in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Pinnacle Swamp 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 Pinnacle Swamp?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Pinnacle Swamp 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 Pinnacle Swamp?

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 Pinnacle Swamp is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16% of Pinnacle Swamp in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 57.2% 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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