📮 Wollomombi postcode: 2350

Bushfire Risk in Wollomombi, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Wollomombi, New South Wales· Armidale Regional· 2350
The area surrounding Wollomombi is bushfire-prone, with a significant risk during dry periods and high winds.Updated 13 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

The area surrounding Wollomombi is bushfire-prone, with a significant risk during dry periods and high winds.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Wollomombi is bushfire-prone, with a significant risk during dry periods and high winds.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Wollomombi, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2350
Highest high-risk exposure
13.5% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Wollomombi, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding wollomombi is bushfire-prone, with a significant risk during dry periods and high winds. 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 properties to adhere to specific building codes and vegetation management practices.

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

Wollomombi sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 13.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 60.2% 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 Wollomombi.

Wollomombi (postcode 2350) 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 (13.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.1% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.9% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Wollomombi — 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 BushlandSurrounded by native bushland
BAL Overlay / Zonehttps://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires impacted the region surrounding Wollomombi, causing property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Bushfire Mitigation

Immediate

Implement vegetation management and fire breaks around properties to reduce bushfire risk.

Est. cost: Low

Flood Preparedness

Near-term

Develop a flood emergency plan and ensure properties are adequately insured against flood damage.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Install air conditioning or cooling systems and develop a heatwave response plan for vulnerable residents.

Est. cost: Medium

Water Conservation

Long-term

Implement water-saving measures to reduce water stress during prolonged dry periods.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Armidale Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 13 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wollomombi in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Wollomombi 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 Wollomombi?

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

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 Wollomombi is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.5% of Wollomombi in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 60.2% 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%
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