Bushfire Risk in Upsalls Creek, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Upsalls Creek, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area around Upsalls Creek has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 10 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The area around Upsalls Creek has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Upsalls Creek has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Upsalls Creek, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2439
Highest high-risk exposure
15.5% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Upsalls Creek, New South Wales, has a the area around upsalls creek has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood 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 has designated bushfire prone land due to surrounding vegetation.

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

Upsalls Creek sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 70.3% 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 Upsalls Creek.

Upsalls Creek (postcode 2439) 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 (15.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Upsalls Creek — 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 Bushland1km
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bushfire Prone Land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

Bushfires in the surrounding area caused smoke haze and required evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as levees, drainage improvements, and flood-proofing buildings.

Est. cost: High

Develop Heat Action Plan

Immediate

Implement a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing, fire breaks, and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce water stress during droughts and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 10 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upsalls Creek in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Upsalls Creek 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 Upsalls Creek?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Upsalls Creek 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 Upsalls Creek?

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 Upsalls Creek is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.5% of Upsalls Creek in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 70.3% 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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