Bushfire Risk in Ku-ring-gai, NSW
Check whether a Ku-ring-gai property address is on bush fire prone land. Approximately 70% of Ku-ring-gai is mapped as bush fire prone land by the NSW RFS. Bushfire status affects granny flat eligibility, insurance premiums, and construction costs.
BFPL coverage
~70% of LGA
Dominant vegetation
Eucalypt forest
Data source
NSW RFS BFPL Map
Bushfire planning in Ku-ring-gai — common questions
Is Ku-ring-gai bush fire prone?
Approximately 70% of Ku-ring-gai is mapped as bush fire prone land. Properties adjacent to Lane Cove, Garigal, and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Parks are most affected.
What BAL ratings are common in Ku-ring-gai?
BAL ratings vary significantly by street. Properties on the bushland edge typically receive BAL-19 to BAL-40, while properties buffered by other houses may be BAL-LOW. Steep terrain increases ratings.
How does bushfire status affect property values in Ku-ring-gai?
Bushfire status is a material fact disclosed in Section 10.7 certificates. Properties with high BAL ratings may face higher insurance premiums and additional construction costs.
Need the full planning picture?
Bushfire is one layer. Check flood risk, granny flat eligibility, shadow impact, and nearby development activity for the same address.
See all property checks →Also check: flood risk in Ku-ring-gaigranny flat eligibility in Ku-ring-gai
Also check nearby councils
Bush fire prone land data for Ku-ring-gai sourced from the NSW Rural Fire Service Bush Fire Prone Land Map via the NSW Planning Portal. Not a formal BAL assessment. Not planning advice. A qualified BAL assessor accredited under the RFS scheme must assess your site before any development application or construction on bush fire prone land.