📮 Narangba postcode: 4504

Bushfire Risk in Narangba, QLD: 2026 Assessment

Narangba, Queensland· Moreton Bay Regional· 4504
Bushfire risk in Narangba is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are projected to increase bushfire frequency and intensity.Updated 22 Mar 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.2/10

Bushfire risk in Narangba is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are projected to increase bushfire frequency and intensity.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk in Narangba is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are projected to increase bushfire frequency and intensity.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Narangba, QLD
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
4504
Highest high-risk exposure
15.9% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Narangba, Queensland, has a bushfire risk in narangba is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures are projected to increase bushfire frequency and intensity. 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.

Properties bordering the Glass House Mountains National Park are at higher 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 Narangba, 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 Narangba including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Narangba sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 61.2% 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 Narangba.

Narangba (postcode 4504) 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 (15.9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (14.8% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (10.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Narangba — 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 / Zonehttps://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/bushfires
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the Moreton Bay region in 2019 threatened properties in Narangba, requiring evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater drainage infrastructure to reduce flood risk during heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement a heat action plan

Near-term

Develop and implement a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Bushfire risk mitigation

Near-term

Undertake controlled burns and vegetation management to reduce bushfire risk in high-risk areas.

Est. cost: Medium

Community awareness programs

Long-term

Conduct community awareness programs to educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation practices to reduce water stress during droughts and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Moreton Bay Regional Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 22 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Narangba in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Narangba 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 Narangba?

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

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 Narangba is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.9% of Narangba in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 61.2% 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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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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