Bushfire Risk in Clifton Grove, QLD: 2026 Assessment

Clifton Grove, Queensland
Lower bushfire risk — seasonal risk varies by vegetation and dry periodsUpdated 28 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

2.1/10

Lower bushfire risk — seasonal risk varies by vegetation and dry periods

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Lower bushfire risk — seasonal risk varies by vegetation and dry periods
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Clifton Grove, QLD
Overall Risk
Moderate
Postcode
4361
Highest high-risk exposure
11.9% of land (extreme wind)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Clifton Grove, Queensland, has a lower bushfire risk — seasonal risk varies by vegetation and dry periods 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.

The Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) system under Australian Standard AS 3959 determines construction requirements for properties in Clifton Grove based on their proximity to vegetation and predicted fire intensity. BAL ratings range from BAL-LOW to BAL-FZ (Flame Zone).

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

Clifton Grove sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 10.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 67.7% 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 Clifton Grove.

Clifton Grove (postcode 4361) 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 extreme wind (11.9% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (10.8% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (10.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Clifton Grove — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clifton Grove in a bushfire prone area?

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

What BAL rating applies to properties in Clifton Grove?

BAL ratings in Clifton Grove 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 Clifton Grove?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Clifton Grove 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 Clifton Grove?

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.

What share of Clifton Grove is exposed to high extreme wind risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.9% of Clifton Grove in high-risk zones for extreme wind, with a further 76.1% 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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