📮 Junee postcode: 2663

Bushfire Risk in Junee, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Junee, New South Wales· Junee Shire Council· 2663
The area around Junee has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 2 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The area around Junee has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area around Junee has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Junee, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2663
Highest high-risk exposure
11.8% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Junee, New South Wales, has a the area around junee has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The New South Wales fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The western and southern parts of Junee are closer to bushland and have a higher bushfire 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 Junee, 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 Junee including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Junee sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 69.6% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Junee.

Junee (postcode 2663) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are surface flood (11.8% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (10.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (8.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Junee — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to Bushland500m
BAL Overlay / ZoneRefer to NSW RFS for bushfire prone areas.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2020
Minor

Bushfires near Junee caused smoke haze and posed a threat to nearby properties.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risk, such as levees and improved drainage systems.

Est. cost: High

Develop a Heatwave Management Plan

Immediate

Implement a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Near-term

Implement measures to reduce bushfire risk, such as fuel reduction programs and community education.

Est. cost: Medium

Upgrade Infrastructure

Long-term

Upgrade critical infrastructure to withstand extreme weather events, such as power grids and transportation networks.

Est. cost: High

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce the impact of droughts and water scarcity.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Junee Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Junee in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Junee may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Junee has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Junee?

BAL ratings in Junee 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 Junee?

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

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 New South Wales fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Junee is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.8% of Junee in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 58.5% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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

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