Bushfire Risk in Sutherland Shire, NSW
Check whether a Sutherland Shire property address is on bush fire prone land. Approximately 55% of Sutherland Shire is mapped as bush fire prone land by the NSW RFS. Bushfire status affects granny flat eligibility, insurance premiums, and construction costs.
BFPL coverage
~55% of LGA
Dominant vegetation
Eucalypt forest
Data source
NSW RFS BFPL Map
Bushfire planning in Sutherland Shire — common questions
Is Sutherland Shire bush fire prone?
Approximately 55% of Sutherland Shire is mapped as bush fire prone land. The Royal National Park dominates the southern boundary, and Heathcote National Park the western edge.
What happened during the 2019–20 bushfires in Sutherland?
The Royal National Park burned extensively, with fires reaching the edges of suburbs including Bundeena. This led to updated BFPL mapping.
Does bushfire status affect insurance in Sutherland?
Yes. Properties in bush fire prone areas typically face higher premiums. Some insurers apply exclusions for BAL-40 or BAL-FZ ratings.
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 Sutherland Shiregranny flat eligibility in Sutherland Shire
Also check nearby councils
Bush fire prone land data for Sutherland Shire 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.