📮 Quandialla postcode: 2721

Bushfire Risk in Quandialla, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Quandialla, New South Wales· Temora· 2721
Quandialla has a relatively high bushfire risk due to its proximity to grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk, and climate change is expected to further increase fire danger.Updated 1 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

Quandialla has a relatively high bushfire risk due to its proximity to grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk, and climate change is expected to further increase fire danger.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Quandialla has a relatively high bushfire risk due to its proximity to grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk, and climate change is expected to further increase fire danger.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Quandialla, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2721
Highest high-risk exposure
7.6% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Quandialla, New South Wales, has a quandialla has a relatively high bushfire risk due to its proximity to grasslands and bushland. hot, dry summers exacerbate the risk, and climate change is expected to further increase fire danger. 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 should maintain firebreaks and clear vegetation around their properties.

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

Quandialla sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 79.2% 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 Quandialla.

Quandialla (postcode 2721) 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 surface flood (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Quandialla — 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 grasslands and scattered bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2017
Moderate

A bushfire near Quandialla threatened properties and required firefighting efforts to contain.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade local drainage systems to better manage increased rainfall and reduce flood risks.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement Bushfire Mitigation Measures

Immediate

Clear vegetation around properties, maintain firebreaks, and develop community bushfire preparedness plans.

Est. cost: Low

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Near-term

Establish cooling centers, provide public health advice, and support vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water-efficient practices to address potential water scarcity due to climate change.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Temora Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quandialla in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Quandialla 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 Quandialla?

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

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 Quandialla is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 7.6% of Quandialla in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 73.1% 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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