Bushfire Risk in Black Range, VIC: 2026 Assessment

Black Range, Victoria· Northern Grampians Shire
Black Range is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense vegetation and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential lightning strikes.Updated 1 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

Black Range is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense vegetation and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential lightning strikes.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Black Range is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense vegetation and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer. The risk is amplified by strong winds and potential lightning strikes.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Black Range, VIC
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
3381
Highest high-risk exposure
16.1% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Black Range, Victoria, has a black range is at high risk of bushfires due to its proximity to dense vegetation and prevailing dry conditions, especially during summer. the risk is amplified by strong winds and potential lightning strikes. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Victoria fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The area is designated as a bushfire-prone area due to the surrounding vegetation.

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

Black Range sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 16.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 74.5% 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 Black Range.

Black Range (postcode 3381) 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 (16.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (10.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Black Range — 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 / ZoneBushfire Prone Area
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Black Range threatened properties and required evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement Bushfire Mitigation Measures

Immediate

Reduce fuel loads around properties, create firebreaks, and improve community awareness of bushfire risks.

Est. cost: Low

Establish Cooling Centers

Near-term

Provide public cooling centers to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water-saving practices to ensure adequate water supply during droughts and heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Develop Community Emergency Plans

Immediate

Create and regularly update community emergency plans to ensure residents are prepared for various climate-related disasters.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Northern Grampians Shire
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Range in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Black Range 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 Black Range?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Black Range 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 Black Range?

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 Victoria fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Black Range is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16.1% of Black Range in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 74.5% 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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