Bushfire Risk in Northern Beaches, NSW
Check whether a Northern Beaches property address is on bush fire prone land. Approximately 45% of Northern Beaches is mapped as bush fire prone land by the NSW RFS. Bushfire status affects granny flat eligibility, insurance premiums, and construction costs.
BFPL coverage
~45% of LGA
Dominant vegetation
Eucalypt forest
Data source
NSW RFS BFPL Map
Bushfire planning in Northern Beaches — common questions
Is the Northern Beaches bush fire prone?
Approximately 45% of the Northern Beaches LGA is mapped as bush fire prone land. Key areas include properties adjacent to Ku-ring-gai Chase and Garigal National Parks, particularly in Ingleside, Terrey Hills, Belrose, Davidson, and Frenchs Forest.
What BAL ratings are common on the Northern Beaches?
BAL ratings vary widely. Coastal and harbour suburbs are generally BAL-LOW, while suburbs adjacent to national parks can range from BAL-12.5 to BAL-40. Ingleside has some of the highest ratings.
Does bushfire affect development in Ingleside?
Ingleside is one of the most bushfire-affected areas on the Northern Beaches. Properties there typically require formal BAL assessments for any building work.
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.
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Also check nearby councils
Bush fire prone land data for Northern Beaches 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.