Bushfire Risk in Campbelltown, SA: 2026 Assessment

Campbelltown, South Australia
Moderate bushfire risk — Adelaide Hills and vegetated areas at elevated riskUpdated 27 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

3.2/10

Moderate bushfire risk — Adelaide Hills and vegetated areas at elevated risk

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Moderate bushfire risk — Adelaide Hills and vegetated areas at elevated risk
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Campbelltown, SA
Overall Risk
Moderate
Postcode
5074
Highest high-risk exposure
12.4% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Campbelltown, South Australia, has a moderate bushfire risk — adelaide hills and vegetated areas at elevated risk bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The South Australia fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) system under Australian Standard AS 3959 determines construction requirements for properties in Campbelltown based on their proximity to vegetation and predicted fire intensity. BAL ratings range from BAL-LOW to BAL-FZ (Flame Zone).

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

Campbelltown sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.3% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 73.1% 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 Campbelltown.

Campbelltown (postcode 5074) 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 (12.4% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (10.3% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (6.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Campbelltown — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campbelltown in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Campbelltown may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Campbelltown has a moderate bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Campbelltown?

BAL ratings in Campbelltown 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 Campbelltown?

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

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 South Australia fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Campbelltown is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 12.4% of Campbelltown in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 71.9% 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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