Bushfire Risk in Rangari, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10Bushfire risk is present due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of fire.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- Bushfire risk is present due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of fire.
- Trend
- stable
- Suburb
- Rangari, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2380
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 16.9% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Rangari, New South Wales, has a bushfire risk is present due to surrounding vegetation. hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of fire. 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 bordering bushland 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 Rangari, 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 Rangari including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Rangari sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 16.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 56.2% 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 Rangari.
Rangari (postcode 2380) 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 (16.9% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Rangari — 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
A bushfire near Rangari threatened properties but was contained by fire services.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Home Insulation
Near-termProper insulation can help keep homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter, reducing energy consumption and improving comfort during extreme weather events.
Est. cost: Medium
Plant Trees for Shade
Long-termPlanting trees around homes and in public spaces can provide shade, reducing the urban heat island effect and lowering temperatures.
Est. cost: Low
Upgrade Drainage Systems
Near-termImproving drainage systems can help reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.
Est. cost: High
Develop Emergency Plans
ImmediateHaving a well-defined emergency plan can help residents prepare for and respond to extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, floods, and bushfires.
Est. cost: Low
Install Rainwater Tanks
Long-termRainwater tanks can capture rainwater for later use, reducing reliance on mains water and helping to manage stormwater runoff.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rangari in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Rangari may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Rangari 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 Rangari?
BAL ratings in Rangari 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 Rangari?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Rangari 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 Rangari?
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 Rangari is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16.9% of Rangari in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 56.2% 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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