📮 Tintenbar postcode: 2478

Bushfire Risk in Tintenbar, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tintenbar, New South Wales· Ballina· 2478
The risk of bushfire in Tintenbar is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.Updated 13 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The risk of bushfire in Tintenbar is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The risk of bushfire in Tintenbar is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tintenbar, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2478
Highest high-risk exposure
17.3% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tintenbar, New South Wales, has a the risk of bushfire in tintenbar is moderate, given the surrounding bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity 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.

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 Tintenbar, 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 Tintenbar including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Tintenbar sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.3% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 67% 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 Tintenbar.

Tintenbar (postcode 2478) 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 (17.3% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9.5% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tintenbar — 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 areas
BAL Overlay / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/bush-fire-prone-land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and increased fire risk in Tintenbar.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Near-term

Implement vegetation management and fire breaks to reduce bushfire risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Immediate

Develop a community heatwave plan and provide cooling centers for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education Programs

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Ballina Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 13 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tintenbar in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tintenbar 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 Tintenbar?

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

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 Tintenbar is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.3% of Tintenbar in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 67% 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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2022 insured disaster losses*
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30-120%
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