📮 Erindale postcode: 2903

Bushfire Risk in Erindale, SA: 2026 Assessment

Erindale, South Australia· UNKNOWN· 2903
Erindale has a notable risk of bushfires due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.Updated 2 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

Erindale has a notable risk of bushfires due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Erindale has a notable risk of bushfires due to its proximity to bushland areas. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Erindale, SA
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
5066
Highest high-risk exposure
11.9% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Erindale, South Australia, has a erindale has a notable risk of bushfires due to its proximity to bushland areas. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires. 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.

Erindale 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 Erindale, 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 Erindale including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Erindale sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 71.3% 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 Erindale.

Erindale (postcode 5066) 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 (11.9% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (10.6% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (3.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Erindale — 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 reserves
BAL Overlay / ZoneACT Emergency Services Agency Bushfire Overlay
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2003
Catastrophic

The 2003 Canberra bushfires caused widespread damage and loss of life in the region.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve building codes for bushfire resilience

Immediate

Implement stricter building codes for new constructions and renovations to enhance bushfire resistance, including the use of fire-resistant materials and design features.

Est. cost: High

Develop a community heatwave plan

Near-term

Create a community-based plan to address the risks of heatwaves, including establishing cooling centers, providing assistance to vulnerable residents, and promoting public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade stormwater drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Invest in upgrading stormwater drainage infrastructure to improve its capacity to handle heavy rainfall events and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Promote water conservation measures

Long-term

Encourage water conservation through education and incentives to reduce water demand and mitigate the impacts of drought.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

ACT Government
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erindale in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Erindale 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 Erindale?

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

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 Erindale is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.9% of Erindale in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 80.4% 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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