📮 Woolooware postcode: 2230

Bushfire Risk in Woolooware, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Woolooware, New South Wales· Sutherland Shire· 2230
Woolooware has a moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 26 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Woolooware has a moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Woolooware has a moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. Dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Woolooware, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2230
Highest high-risk exposure
11.8% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Woolooware, New South Wales, has a woolooware has a moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland areas. 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.

Properties on the western edge of Woolooware are at higher risk.

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

Woolooware 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 87.7% 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 Woolooware.

Woolooware (postcode 2230) 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 (11.8% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (3.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Woolooware — 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 Royal National Park
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire prone land overlay
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

1994
Moderate

Bushfires in the Royal National Park threatened properties in Woolooware.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater infrastructure to reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire hazard reduction

Immediate

Implement regular bushfire hazard reduction programs in surrounding bushland areas.

Est. cost: Low

Coastal protection measures

Long-term

Invest in coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise.

Est. cost: High

Community education programs

Near-term

Conduct community education programs to raise awareness about climate risks and preparedness measures.

Est. cost: Low

Promote energy efficiency

Long-term

Encourage residents and businesses to adopt energy-efficient practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Sutherland Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 26 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woolooware in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Woolooware 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 Woolooware?

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

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 Woolooware is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.8% of Woolooware in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 77.8% 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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