Bushfire Risk in Worlds End, SA: 2026 Assessment

Worlds End, South Australia· UNKNOWN
The area is susceptible to bushfires due to surrounding vegetation.Updated 22 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

The area is susceptible to bushfires due to surrounding vegetation.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area is susceptible to bushfires due to surrounding vegetation.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Worlds End, SA
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
5381
Highest high-risk exposure
9% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Worlds End, South Australia, has a the area is susceptible to bushfires due to surrounding vegetation. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The South Australia fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Consult RFS for detailed bushfire risk assessments.

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

Worlds End sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 9% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 80.9% 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 Worlds End.

Worlds End (postcode 5381) 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 (9% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (7% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Worlds End — 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 bushfire prone area map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2020
Major

Significant bushfires impacted the region, causing widespread damage.

2013
Moderate

Bushfires impacted the region, causing property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Create a bushfire survival plan and maintain a defensible space around your property.

Est. cost: Low

Enhance Flood Resilience

Near-term

Elevate electrical systems and store valuables above flood level.

Est. cost: Medium

Reduce Heat Exposure

Near-term

Install insulation, use energy-efficient appliances, and plant shade trees.

Est. cost: Medium

Strengthen Community Awareness

Long-term

Participate in local climate adaptation workshops and share information with neighbors.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 22 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Worlds End in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Worlds End 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 Worlds End?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Worlds End 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 Worlds End?

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 South Australia fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Worlds End is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 9% of Worlds End in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 80.9% 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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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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