Bushfire Risk in Upper Lansdowne, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Upper Lansdowne, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Upper Lansdowne has a high bushfire risk due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 8 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The area around Upper Lansdowne has a high bushfire risk due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Upper Lansdowne has a high bushfire risk due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Upper Lansdowne, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2430
Highest high-risk exposure
14.1% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Upper Lansdowne, New South Wales, has a the area around upper lansdowne has a high bushfire risk due to the surrounding bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected 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 is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions.

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

Upper Lansdowne sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 14.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 79.7% 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 Upper Lansdowne.

Upper Lansdowne (postcode 2430) 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 (14.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Upper Lansdowne — 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 / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

Bushfires in the region caused widespread damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risks, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire management strategies, including controlled burns and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Low

Community Resilience Building

Long-term

Promote community-based initiatives to enhance resilience to climate change impacts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

MidCoast Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 8 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Lansdowne in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Upper Lansdowne 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 Upper Lansdowne?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Upper Lansdowne 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 Upper Lansdowne?

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 Upper Lansdowne is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.1% of Upper Lansdowne in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 79.7% 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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