📮 Windang postcode: 2528

Bushfire Risk in Windang, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Windang, New South Wales· City of Wollongong· 2528
Windang has a moderate bushfire risk due to nearby bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 30 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

Windang has a moderate bushfire risk due to nearby bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Windang has a moderate bushfire risk due to nearby bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Windang, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2528
Highest high-risk exposure
18.1% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Windang, New South Wales, has a windang has a moderate bushfire risk due to nearby bushland areas. 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 western edge of Windang borders bushland, increasing the risk of ember attack during 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 Windang, 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 Windang including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Windang 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 72.6% 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 Windang.

Windang (postcode 2528) 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 (14.4% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (12.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Windang — 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 BushlandWithin 1km of bushland reserves
BAL Overlay / ZoneNSW Rural Fire Service Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Minor

Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and increased fire danger in Windang.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Upgrade Drainage Infrastructure

Immediate

Improve drainage systems to manage increased rainfall and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: High

Construct Coastal Defenses

Near-term

Build seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against erosion and inundation.

Est. cost: Very High

Implement Heatwave Early Warning System

Immediate

Develop a system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Management Plan

Near-term

Create and implement a bushfire management plan to reduce the risk of bushfires impacting the community.

Est. cost: Medium

Community Education Programs

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and how to prepare for extreme weather events.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

City of Wollongong
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Windang in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Windang 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 Windang?

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

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 Windang is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.1% of Windang in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 72.6% 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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30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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