Bushfire Risk in Tantonan, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tantonan, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Tantonan has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during the bushfire season.Updated 23 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

Tantonan has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during the bushfire season.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Tantonan has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during the bushfire season.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tantonan, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2731
Highest high-risk exposure
18.3% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tantonan, New South Wales, has a tantonan has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk during the bushfire season. 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 suburb is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions.

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

Tantonan sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 18.3% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 64.4% 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 Tantonan.

Tantonan (postcode 2731) 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 (18.3% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (10.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tantonan — 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
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2020
Major

The Black Summer bushfires impacted the region around Tantonan, causing widespread damage and smoke haze.

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Tantonan caused property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement property maintenance programs to reduce fuel loads, develop evacuation plans, and participate in community fireguard programs.

Est. cost: Low

Enhance Flood Resilience

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure, implement flood-proofing measures for properties, and develop early warning systems for flood events.

Est. cost: Medium

Mitigate Heatwave Impacts

Near-term

Establish cooling centers, promote water conservation, and implement urban greening initiatives to reduce the urban heat island effect.

Est. cost: Medium

Strengthen Community Awareness

Long-term

Conduct community workshops and educational campaigns to raise awareness about climate risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 23 May 2026

Explore Tantonan Risk Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tantonan in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tantonan 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 Tantonan?

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

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 Tantonan is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.3% of Tantonan in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 64.4% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

Is Tantonan Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Tantonan, New South Wales, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

Free instant previewCSIRO-powered data

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

Full report from A$69 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections