📮 Gracemere postcode: 4702

Bushfire Risk in Gracemere, QLD: 2026 Assessment

Gracemere, Queensland· Rockhampton· 4702
Gracemere has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 2 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.2/10

Gracemere has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Gracemere has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Gracemere, QLD
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
4702
Highest high-risk exposure
18.4% of land (tropical cyclone)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Gracemere, Queensland, has a gracemere has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are expected 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 Queensland fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Residents should maintain firebreaks and be aware of fire danger ratings.

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

Gracemere sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 17.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63% 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 Gracemere.

Gracemere (postcode 4702) 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 tropical cyclone (18.4% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (17.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (12.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Gracemere — 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 to bushland areas.
BAL Overlay / ZoneRefer to Queensland Bushfire Prone Area Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2018
Moderate

Bushfires near Gracemere threatened properties and required emergency response.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in flood barriers and drainage improvements to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Bushfire Mitigation

Immediate

Clear vegetation around homes and develop a bushfire survival plan.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Install air conditioning and ensure access to cooling centers during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Medium

Community Education

Long-term

Promote community awareness of climate risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Rockhampton Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gracemere in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Gracemere 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 Gracemere?

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

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 Gracemere is exposed to high tropical cyclone risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 18.4% of Gracemere in high-risk zones for tropical cyclone, with a further 55.3% 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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