Bushfire Risk in Round Swamp, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Round Swamp, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Round Swamp has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. Dry conditions exacerbate this risk.Updated 21 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The area around Round Swamp has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. Dry conditions exacerbate this risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Round Swamp has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. Dry conditions exacerbate this risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Round Swamp, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2846
Highest high-risk exposure
12.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Round Swamp, New South Wales, has a the area around round swamp has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of surrounding bushland. dry conditions exacerbate this risk. 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.

Check RFS website for fire danger ratings and bushfire survival plans.

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

Round Swamp sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 12.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 66.7% 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 Round Swamp.

Round Swamp (postcode 2846) 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 (12.2% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Round Swamp — 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 bushland areas
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire prone area overlay applies
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Round Swamp threatened properties, requiring evacuation of some residents.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Construct levees and improve drainage systems to mitigate flood risks.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Management

Immediate

Implement regular bushfire hazard reduction programs and create firebreaks.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Establish cooling centers and promote heatwave awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 21 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Round Swamp in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Round Swamp 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 Round Swamp?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Round Swamp 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 Round Swamp?

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 Round Swamp is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.2% of Round Swamp in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 66.7% 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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2022 insured disaster losses*
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30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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