📮 Tucabia postcode: 2462

Bushfire Risk in Tucabia, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Tucabia, New South Wales· Clarence Valley· 2462
Tucabia has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 3 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Tucabia has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Tucabia has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Tucabia, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2462
Highest high-risk exposure
15.7% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Tucabia, New South Wales, has a tucabia has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency 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.

The area surrounding Tucabia is prone to bushfires, particularly during dry periods. Residents should maintain their properties and be prepared for bushfire events.

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

Tucabia sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 55.1% 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 Tucabia.

Tucabia (postcode 2462) 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 (15.7% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Tucabia — 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 Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires burned in the surrounding area, threatening Tucabia. Residents were advised to be prepared to evacuate.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Medium

Implement early warning systems

Immediate

Develop and implement early warning systems for floods and heatwaves to allow residents to prepare and evacuate if necessary.

Est. cost: Low

Promote heat-safe practices

Near-term

Educate residents about heat-safe practices, such as staying hydrated, seeking shade, and avoiding strenuous activity during hot weather.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen building codes

Long-term

Update building codes to require new buildings to be more resilient to climate change impacts, such as floods and bushfires.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Clarence Valley Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 3 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tucabia in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Tucabia 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 Tucabia?

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

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 Tucabia is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.7% of Tucabia in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 55.1% 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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