📮 Warriewood postcode: 2102

Bushfire Risk in Warriewood, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Warriewood, New South Wales· Northern Beaches· 2102
Warriewood has a high bushfire risk due to its location adjacent to significant bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk.Updated 24 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

Warriewood has a high bushfire risk due to its location adjacent to significant bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Warriewood has a high bushfire risk due to its location adjacent to significant bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Warriewood, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2102
Highest high-risk exposure
18.1% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Warriewood, New South Wales, has a warriewood has a high bushfire risk due to its location adjacent to significant bushland areas. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can exacerbate the risk. 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 their properties to reduce bushfire risk, including clearing vegetation and maintaining fire breaks.

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

Warriewood sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 18.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 64.5% 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 Warriewood.

Warriewood (postcode 2102) 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 (18.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (10.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Warriewood — 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 Garigal National Park and other bushland areas.
BAL Overlay / ZoneWarriewood is located within a designated bushfire prone area.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2020
Moderate

Bushfires in surrounding areas caused smoke haze and increased fire risk in Warriewood.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire hazard reduction

Immediate

Implement regular bushfire hazard reduction programs to reduce fuel loads and protect properties.

Est. cost: Medium

Coastal protection measures

Long-term

Implement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate coastal erosion.

Est. cost: High

Community education programs

Near-term

Conduct community education programs to raise awareness of climate risks and promote preparedness.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Northern Beaches Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warriewood in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Warriewood 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 Warriewood?

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

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 Warriewood is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.1% of Warriewood in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 64.5% 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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