📮 Tennyson postcode: 2754

Bushfire Risk in Tennyson, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tennyson, New South Wales· Hawkesbury· 2754
Tennyson has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 10 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

Tennyson has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Tennyson has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tennyson, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2754
Highest high-risk exposure
17.6% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tennyson, New South Wales, has a tennyson has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding bushland. hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the likelihood of bushfires. 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 is surrounded by bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires.

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

Tennyson sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 57.2% 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 Tennyson.

Tennyson (postcode 2754) 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 (17.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (11.3% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tennyson — 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
BAL Overlay / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the Hawkesbury region caused smoky conditions and prompted evacuations in Tennyson.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Immediate

Construct levees and improve drainage systems to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Mitigation

Near-term

Clear vegetation around homes and develop a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Install air conditioning and develop a heatwave survival plan.

Est. cost: Medium

Raise Home Above Flood Level

Long-term

Raise your home above the 1-in-100 year flood level to protect from future flood events.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Hawkesbury City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 10 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tennyson in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tennyson 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 Tennyson?

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

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 Tennyson is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.6% of Tennyson in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 57.2% 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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