Bushfire Risk in Pleasure Point, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10Pleasure Point has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. Grassfires are also a potential hazard.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- Pleasure Point has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. Grassfires are also a potential hazard.
- Trend
- stable
- Suburb
- Pleasure Point, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2172
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 22.9% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Pleasure Point, New South Wales, has a pleasure point has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. grassfires are also a potential hazard. 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 NSW Rural Fire Service provides information and resources on bushfire safety for residents in bushfire prone areas.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Pleasure Point, 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 Pleasure Point including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Pleasure Point sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 22.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 67.7% 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 Pleasure Point.
Pleasure Point (postcode 2172) 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 (22.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.4% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Pleasure Point — 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
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve flood defenses
Near-termUpgrade drainage infrastructure and build flood barriers to protect low-lying areas from flooding.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop a heatwave response plan
ImmediateImplement a plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including providing cooling centers and outreach services.
Est. cost: Low
Implement coastal management strategies
Long-termDevelop and implement strategies to manage coastal erosion and inundation, such as beach nourishment and seawalls.
Est. cost: High
Raise community awareness
Near-termEducate residents about climate risks and how to prepare for them.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pleasure Point in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Pleasure Point may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Pleasure Point 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 Pleasure Point?
BAL ratings in Pleasure Point 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 Pleasure Point?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Pleasure Point 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 Pleasure Point?
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 Pleasure Point is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 22.9% of Pleasure Point in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 67.7% 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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