📮 Urangeline postcode: 2650

Bushfire Risk in Urangeline, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Urangeline, New South Wales· Greater Hume Shire· 2650
The area surrounding Urangeline is susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry periods and heatwaves. The risk is expected to increase with climate change, leading to more frequent and intense bushfire seasons.Updated 22 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

The area surrounding Urangeline is susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry periods and heatwaves. The risk is expected to increase with climate change, leading to more frequent and intense bushfire seasons.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Urangeline is susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry periods and heatwaves. The risk is expected to increase with climate change, leading to more frequent and intense bushfire seasons.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Urangeline, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2656
Highest high-risk exposure
7.7% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Urangeline, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding urangeline is susceptible to bushfires, particularly during dry periods and heatwaves. the risk is expected to increase with climate change, leading to more frequent and intense bushfire seasons. 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 construction.

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

Urangeline sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 81.9% 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 Urangeline.

Urangeline (postcode 2656) 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 (7.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Urangeline — 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 / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/bush-fire-prone-land
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and elevated fire danger in Urangeline.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

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

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Immediate

Implement vegetation management programs and promote fire-resistant building practices.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Develop a community heatwave plan and provide cooling centers for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education

Long-term

Raise awareness about climate risks and adaptation measures through workshops and outreach programs.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Greater Hume Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 22 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urangeline in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Urangeline 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 Urangeline?

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

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 Urangeline is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 7.7% of Urangeline in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 81.9% 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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2022 insured disaster losses*
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climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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