Bushfire Risk in Upper Coopers Creek, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Upper Coopers Creek, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
The area surrounding Upper Coopers Creek has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of dense vegetation and dry conditions during the summer months. Increased temperatures and prolonged droughts exacerbate the risk.Updated 2 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The area surrounding Upper Coopers Creek has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of dense vegetation and dry conditions during the summer months. Increased temperatures and prolonged droughts exacerbate the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Upper Coopers Creek has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of dense vegetation and dry conditions during the summer months. Increased temperatures and prolonged droughts exacerbate the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Upper Coopers Creek, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2482
Highest high-risk exposure
11.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Upper Coopers Creek, New South Wales, has a the area surrounding upper coopers creek has a high bushfire risk due to the presence of dense vegetation and dry conditions during the summer months. increased temperatures and prolonged droughts exacerbate the risk. 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 suburb is surrounded by dense bushland, increasing the risk of bushfires.

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

Upper Coopers Creek sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 11.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 80.1% 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 Upper Coopers Creek.

Upper Coopers Creek (postcode 2482) 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 (11.2% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.4% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Upper Coopers Creek — 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 BushlandAdjacent
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Catastrophic

The Black Summer bushfires devastated the region, causing significant loss of property and life.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve flood defenses

Immediate

Construct levees and drainage systems to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: High

Reduce bushfire risk

Near-term

Implement vegetation management programs and improve building codes to reduce the risk of bushfires.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave plan

Immediate

Establish cooling centers and provide support to vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water to reduce the impact of droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Lismore City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Coopers Creek in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Upper Coopers Creek 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 Upper Coopers Creek?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Upper Coopers Creek 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 Upper Coopers Creek?

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 Upper Coopers Creek is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.2% of Upper Coopers Creek in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 80.1% 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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