📮 Tabulam postcode: 2469

Bushfire Risk in Tabulam, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tabulam, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2469
The area around Tabulam is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry periods. The risk is elevated due to surrounding bushland.Updated 19 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The area around Tabulam is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry periods. The risk is elevated due to surrounding bushland.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Tabulam is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry periods. The risk is elevated due to surrounding bushland.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tabulam, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2469
Highest high-risk exposure
12.9% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tabulam, New South Wales, has a the area around tabulam is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry periods. the risk is elevated due to surrounding bushland. 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 area has a history of bushfire activity, particularly during dry summers.

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

Tabulam sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 12.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 76.4% 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 Tabulam.

Tabulam (postcode 2469) 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 (12.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tabulam — 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 BushlandSurrounded by bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneCheck NSW RFS website for current bushfire prone areas.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region threatened Tabulam, requiring residents to be prepared for evacuation.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire management strategies, including controlled burns and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Develop a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Community Awareness Programs

Long-term

Conduct community awareness programs to educate residents about climate change risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 19 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tabulam in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tabulam 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 Tabulam?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Tabulam 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 Tabulam?

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 Tabulam is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.9% of Tabulam in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 76.4% 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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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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