📮 Tubbul postcode: 2587

Bushfire Risk in Tubbul, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tubbul, New South Wales· Hilltops· 2587
The area around Tubbul has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry conditions exacerbate this risk, particularly during summer.Updated 31 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The area around Tubbul 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 Tubbul has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding grasslands and bushland. Hot, dry conditions exacerbate this risk, particularly during summer.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tubbul, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2594
Highest high-risk exposure
17.4% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tubbul, New South Wales, has a the area around tubbul 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 have a bushfire survival plan.

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

Tubbul sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.4% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.3% 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 Tubbul.

Tubbul (postcode 2594) 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 (17.4% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (10.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tubbul — 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 grasslands and scattered bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneCheck NSW RFS website for current bushfire prone areas
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoky conditions and increased fire risk in Tubbul.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement community bushfire preparedness programs and maintain fire breaks.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Low

Community Education

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Hilltops Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tubbul in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tubbul 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 Tubbul?

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

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 Tubbul is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 17.4% of Tubbul in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 63.3% 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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