Bushfire Risk in Randwick, NSW
Check whether a Randwick property address is on bush fire prone land. Approximately 3% of Randwick is mapped as bush fire prone land by the NSW RFS. Bushfire status affects granny flat eligibility, insurance premiums, and construction costs.
BFPL coverage
~3% of LGA
Dominant vegetation
Coastal heath
Data source
NSW RFS BFPL Map
Bushfire planning in Randwick — common questions
Is Randwick bush fire prone?
About 3% of Randwick LGA is mapped as bush fire prone land. The main affected area is around Malabar Headland, Randwick Environment Park, and the Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub remnants near La Perouse.
Does Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub create bushfire risk?
Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub is a critically endangered ecological community. Where it borders residential properties, it can trigger BFPL mapping. However, vegetation clearing is heavily restricted due to its conservation status.
Do I need a BAL assessment in Randwick?
Only if your property is on mapped BFPL. The vast majority of Randwick residential properties are not affected. Properties near Malabar, La Perouse, and some parts of Matraville should check above.
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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Bush fire prone land data for Randwick 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.