📮 Wisemans Ferry postcode: 2775

Bushfire Risk in Wisemans Ferry, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Wisemans Ferry, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2775
The area surrounding Wisemans Ferry has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of bushland. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 8 Mar 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.2/10

The area surrounding Wisemans Ferry has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of bushland. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Wisemans Ferry has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of bushland. Hot, dry conditions can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Wisemans Ferry, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2775
Highest high-risk exposure
12.8% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Wisemans Ferry, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding wisemans ferry has a moderate bushfire risk due to the presence of bushland. hot, dry conditions 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 is designated as a bushfire-prone area, 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 Wisemans Ferry, 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 Wisemans Ferry including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Wisemans Ferry sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 12.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 59.6% 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 Wisemans Ferry.

Wisemans Ferry (postcode 2775) 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 (12.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (10.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Wisemans Ferry — 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/map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the surrounding area threatened Wisemans Ferry, requiring evacuations and property protection measures.

2013
Minor

A bushfire near Wisemans Ferry required RFS intervention to prevent it from reaching properties.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Immediate

Invest in flood levees and drainage systems to protect properties from riverine flooding.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement bushfire mitigation measures, such as clearing vegetation around properties and developing evacuation plans.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Develop a community heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable residents during periods of extreme heat.

Est. cost: Low

Upgrade Infrastructure

Long-term

Upgrade critical infrastructure to withstand the impacts of climate change, such as more intense storms and floods.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Hornsby Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 8 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wisemans Ferry in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Wisemans Ferry 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 Wisemans Ferry?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Wisemans Ferry 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 Wisemans Ferry?

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 Wisemans Ferry is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.8% of Wisemans Ferry in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 59.6% 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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