Bushfire Risk in Red Rocks, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Red Rocks, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The suburb is located near bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires, especially during dry periods.Updated 25 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The suburb is located near bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires, especially during dry periods.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The suburb is located near bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires, especially during dry periods.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Red Rocks, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2577
Highest high-risk exposure
19.6% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Red Rocks, New South Wales, has a the suburb is located near bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires, especially during dry periods. 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 Red Rocks, 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 Red Rocks including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Red Rocks sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 19.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.2% 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 Red Rocks.

Red Rocks (postcode 2577) 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 (19.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Red Rocks — 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
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

A bushfire threatened properties near Red Rocks, requiring evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Defenses

Immediate

Create firebreaks around properties and maintain vegetation to reduce fuel loads.

Est. cost: Low

Upgrade Drainage Systems

Near-term

Invest in improved drainage infrastructure to manage increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement Heatwave Action Plan

Immediate

Develop a community-based plan to support vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Coastal Erosion Management

Long-term

Implement strategies to protect coastal properties from erosion and sea level rise.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 25 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Rocks in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Red Rocks 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 Red Rocks?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Red Rocks 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 Red Rocks?

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 Red Rocks is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 19.6% of Red Rocks in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 63.2% 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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