📮 Wollongbar postcode: 2477

Bushfire Risk in Wollongbar, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Wollongbar, New South Wales· UNKNOWN· 2477
Wollongbar has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 13 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.2/10

Wollongbar has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Wollongbar has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Wollongbar, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2477
Highest high-risk exposure
12.1% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Wollongbar, New South Wales, has a wollongbar has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. 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.

Check RFS website for current fire danger ratings.

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

Wollongbar sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 81.4% 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 Wollongbar.

Wollongbar (postcode 2477) 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 surface flood (12.1% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.2% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (7.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Wollongbar — 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 bushland areas
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS bushfire prone area map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and some property damage in nearby areas.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement bushfire management strategies, including controlled burns and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Immediate

Develop a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Community Awareness Programs

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 13 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wollongbar in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Wollongbar 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 Wollongbar?

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

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 Wollongbar is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.1% of Wollongbar in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 62.9% 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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