📮 Busselton postcode: 6280

Bushfire Risk in Busselton, WA: 2026 Assessment

Busselton, Western Australia· City of Busselton· 6280
Bushfire risk in Busselton is moderate, with areas of bushland surrounding the town. Hot, dry summers increase the potential for bushfires.Updated 3 Apr 2026

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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Bushfire Risk Score

Not assessed

Bushfire risk in Busselton is moderate, with areas of bushland surrounding the town. Hot, dry summers increase the potential for bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk in Busselton is moderate, with areas of bushland surrounding the town. Hot, dry summers increase the potential for bushfires.
Trend
stable
Suburb
Busselton, WA
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
6280
Region
Coastal WA
Median property value
$575,000
Dominant hazard
extreme heat

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Busselton, Western Australia, has a bushfire risk in busselton is moderate, with areas of bushland surrounding the town. hot, dry summers increase the potential for bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Western Australia fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Areas near the Tuart Forest are at higher risk.

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

Busselton located in Coastal WA (postcode 6280), is a Western Australia suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $575,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Busselton.

Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Busselton in this type is extreme heat. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+25% 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 Busselton, 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 Busselton are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent to town
BAL Overlay / ZoneDFES Bushfire Prone Areas Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2015
Minor

A bushfire near Busselton threatened properties.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement bushfire management plan

Immediate

Develop and implement a comprehensive bushfire management plan.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave response plan

Near-term

Create a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Protect coastal areas

Long-term

Implement measures to protect coastal areas from erosion and inundation.

Est. cost: High

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation to mitigate drought impacts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

City of Busselton
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 3 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Busselton in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Busselton 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 Busselton?

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

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 Western Australia fire authority for property-specific guidance.

Is Busselton Safe from Climate Risk?

Enter your address below for an instant climate risk assessment for Busselton, Western Australia, covering flood, bushfire, sea level rise and more.

Free instant previewCSIRO-powered data

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