What the mapping shows for Coomera

  • Part of Coomera is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.

    37.2% of Coomera is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)

Queensland Coastal Management District, State of Queensland (Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23

This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.

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📮 Coomera postcode: 4209

Bushfire Risk in Coomera, QLD: 2026 Assessment

Coomera, Queensland· City of Gold Coast· 4209
Bushfire risk in Coomera is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 22 Mar 2026

37.2% of Coomera is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)

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Bushfire Risk Score

Not assessed

Bushfire risk in Coomera is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk in Coomera is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Coomera, QLD
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
4209
Region
Coastal QLD
Median property value
$675,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Coomera, Queensland, has a bushfire risk in coomera is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Queensland fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Residents in bushfire-prone areas should have a bushfire survival plan and maintain their properties to reduce fuel loads.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Coomera, 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 Coomera including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Coomera located in Coastal QLD (postcode 4209), is a Queensland suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $675,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Coomera.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Coomera in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising significantly (+40% by 2030). The actual risk of any single home can only be confirmed with an address-level report.

Whether you are buying, selling or renovating in Coomera, extreme heat is the hazard to weigh first. Local council planning controls, state hazard mapping and lender climate policies each reference this kind of suburb-level signal, and property decisions in Coomera are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandSome properties border bushland reserves.
BAL Overlay / ZoneQld Fire and Emergency Services Bushfire Prone Area Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Minor

Bushfires near Coomera caused smoke haze and required firefighting efforts.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: High

Implement heatwave early warning system

Immediate

Develop a system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen coastal defenses

Long-term

Invest in coastal protection measures such as seawalls and beach nourishment to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise and erosion.

Est. cost: Very High

Promote bushfire preparedness

Near-term

Educate residents on how to prepare their properties for bushfires and develop a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Plant more trees

Long-term

Increase tree canopy cover to reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

City of Gold Coast
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 22 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coomera in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Coomera may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Coomera 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 Coomera?

BAL ratings in Coomera 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 Coomera?

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

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 Queensland fire authority for property-specific guidance.

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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