📮 Suffolk Park postcode: 2481

Bushfire Risk in Suffolk Park, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Suffolk Park, New South Wales· Byron· 2481
The bushfire risk in Suffolk Park is moderate, with areas adjacent to bushland being more vulnerable. Drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the risk.Updated 2 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.2/10

The bushfire risk in Suffolk Park is moderate, with areas adjacent to bushland being more vulnerable. Drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The bushfire risk in Suffolk Park is moderate, with areas adjacent to bushland being more vulnerable. Drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Suffolk Park, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2481
Highest high-risk exposure
17% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Suffolk Park, New South Wales, has a the bushfire risk in suffolk park is moderate, with areas adjacent to bushland being more vulnerable. drier conditions and increased fuel loads contribute to the 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.

Properties bordering bushland are at higher risk during bushfire season.

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

Suffolk Park sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 66.5% 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 Suffolk Park.

Suffolk Park (postcode 2481) 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 (17% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Suffolk Park — 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 reserves
BAL Overlay / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/bush-fire-prone-land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires impacted areas near Suffolk Park, leading to evacuations and property damage.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to reduce the risk of flash flooding during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Vegetation Management

Near-term

Implement vegetation management strategies to reduce bushfire risk in areas adjacent to bushland.

Est. cost: Low

Coastal Protection Measures

Long-term

Implement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise and coastal erosion.

Est. cost: High

Community Awareness Programs

Immediate

Raise community awareness about climate risks and adaptation measures through educational programs and workshops.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Byron Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Suffolk Park in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Suffolk Park 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 Suffolk Park?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Suffolk Park 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 Suffolk Park?

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 Suffolk Park is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17% of Suffolk Park in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 66.5% 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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