Bushfire Risk in Toogong, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10The area around Toogong has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry conditions exacerbate this risk, particularly during summer.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The area around Toogong has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry conditions exacerbate this risk, particularly during summer.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Toogong, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2864
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 9.8% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Toogong, New South Wales, has a the area around toogong has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. hot, dry conditions exacerbate this risk, particularly during summer. 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.
Residents should maintain fire breaks and be aware of fire danger ratings.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Toogong, 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 Toogong including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Toogong sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 9.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 74.5% 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 Toogong.
Toogong (postcode 2864) 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 (9.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Toogong — 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
Historical Events
A bushfire near Toogong threatened some properties but was contained by fire crews.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termUpgrade drainage infrastructure and implement flood mitigation measures to protect properties near Toogong Creek.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop a Heat Action Plan
ImmediateImplement a community heat action plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.
Est. cost: Low
Enhance Bushfire Preparedness
Near-termSupport community bushfire preparedness programs and ensure residents have access to information and resources to protect their properties.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termEncourage water conservation measures to reduce water stress during periods of drought and high temperatures.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toogong in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Toogong may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Toogong 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 Toogong?
BAL ratings in Toogong 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 Toogong?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Toogong 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 Toogong?
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 Toogong is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 9.8% of Toogong in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 74.5% 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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