Bushfire Risk in Old Junee, NSW: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10The area around Old Junee has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The area around Old Junee has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Old Junee, NSW
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 2652
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 16.7% of land (bushfire)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Old Junee, New South Wales, has a the area around old junee has some bushland, posing a moderate bushfire risk. drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood 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.
Residents should maintain firebreaks and have a bushfire survival plan.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Old 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 Old Junee including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Old Junee sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 16.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 61.9% 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 Old Junee.
Old Junee (postcode 2652) 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 bushfire (16.7% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (11% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Old 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
Historical Events
Bushfires in the region caused smoky conditions and increased fire risk in Old Junee.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in infrastructure to mitigate flood risks, such as levees and improved drainage systems.
Est. cost: High
Enhance Bushfire Preparedness
Near-termImplement community education programs and support residents in creating bushfire survival plans.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop Heat Action Plan
ImmediateCreate a plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including cooling centers and outreach programs.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Water Conservation
Long-termEncourage water-saving practices to reduce the impact of droughts and water scarcity.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Junee in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Old Junee may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Old 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 Old Junee?
BAL ratings in Old 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 Old Junee?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Old 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 Old 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 Old Junee is exposed to high bushfire risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16.7% of Old Junee in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 61.9% 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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