Bushfire Risk in St Marys, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.2/10The bushfire risk in St Marys is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Increased temperatures and drier conditions can exacerbate this risk.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The bushfire risk in St Marys is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Increased temperatures and drier conditions can exacerbate this risk.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- St Marys, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2760
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 25.1% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
St Marys, New South Wales, has a the bushfire risk in st marys is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. increased temperatures and drier conditions can 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.
The NSW Rural Fire Service identifies bushfire-prone areas. Residents should be aware of bushfire risks and have a bushfire survival plan.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For St Marys, 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 St Marys including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
St Marys sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 25.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 68.2% 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 St Marys.
St Marys (postcode 2760) 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 (25.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (12.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (12.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across St Marys — 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
Bushfires in the surrounding areas threatened St Marys, requiring residents to be prepared for evacuation.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve stormwater drainage
Near-termUpgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Implement a heatwave management plan
ImmediateDevelop a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and community outreach programs.
Est. cost: Low
Bushfire preparedness
Near-termUndertake controlled burns and vegetation management to reduce bushfire risk. Educate residents on bushfire safety and evacuation procedures.
Est. cost: Medium
Promote water conservation
Long-termEncourage water conservation measures to reduce demand on water resources during droughts and heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Marys in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of St Marys may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, St Marys 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 St Marys?
BAL ratings in St Marys 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 St Marys?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of St Marys 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 St Marys?
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 St Marys is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 25.1% of St Marys in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 68.2% 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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