Bushfire Risk in Urunga, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Urunga, New South Wales
Moderate bushfire risk — bushland-adjacent properties warrant BAL assessmentUpdated 28 June 2026

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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Bushfire Risk Score

Not assessed

Moderate bushfire risk — bushland-adjacent properties warrant BAL assessment

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Moderate bushfire risk — bushland-adjacent properties warrant BAL assessment
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Urunga, NSW
Overall Risk
Moderate
Postcode
2455

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Urunga, New South Wales, has a moderate bushfire risk — bushland-adjacent properties warrant bal assessment 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 Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) system under Australian Standard AS 3959 determines construction requirements for properties in Urunga 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 Urunga, 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 Urunga including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Urunga. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urunga in a bushfire prone area?

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

What BAL rating applies to properties in Urunga?

BAL ratings in Urunga 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 Urunga?

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

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.

Is Urunga Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Urunga, New South Wales, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

Free instant previewCSIRO-powered data

What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

Full report from A$49 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections