📮 Quambone postcode: 2829

Bushfire Risk in Quambone, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Quambone, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2829
The area around Quambone is prone to bushfires, especially during hot and dry periods. The presence of grasslands and sparse vegetation increases the fuel load.Updated 5 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.1/10

The area around Quambone is prone to bushfires, especially during hot and dry periods. The presence of grasslands and sparse vegetation increases the fuel load.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Quambone is prone to bushfires, especially during hot and dry periods. The presence of grasslands and sparse vegetation increases the fuel load.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Quambone, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2831
Highest high-risk exposure
10.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Quambone, New South Wales, has a the area around quambone is prone to bushfires, especially during hot and dry periods. the presence of grasslands and sparse vegetation increases the fuel load. 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 has experienced several bushfires in the past, highlighting the ongoing 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 Quambone, 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 Quambone including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Quambone sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.9% 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 Quambone.

Quambone (postcode 2831) 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 (10.2% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Quambone — 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 extensive grasslands and scattered woodlands.
BAL Overlay / ZoneRefer to NSW Rural Fire Service for bushfire prone area mapping.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

A bushfire near Quambone caused property damage and road closures.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a community heatwave plan

Immediate

Create a plan to support vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including cooling centers and outreach programs.

Est. cost: Low

Implement bushfire mitigation measures

Near-term

Reduce fuel loads around properties and improve access for emergency services.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Improve drainage systems to reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: High

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water to reduce the impact of droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 5 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quambone in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Quambone 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 Quambone?

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

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 Quambone is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.2% of Quambone in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 63.9% 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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