Bushfire Risk in Stavely, VIC: 2026 Assessment

Stavely, Victoria· Ararat Rural City
The area surrounding Stavely is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry summer months. The presence of grasslands and nearby forests increases the risk.Updated 1 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

6.0/10

The area surrounding Stavely is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry summer months. The presence of grasslands and nearby forests increases the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Stavely is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry summer months. The presence of grasslands and nearby forests increases the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Stavely, VIC
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
3379
Highest high-risk exposure
15.8% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Stavely, Victoria, has a the area surrounding stavely is prone to bushfires, particularly during hot and dry summer months. the presence of grasslands and nearby forests increases the risk. 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 has a history of bushfires, with several incidents recorded in recent decades.

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

Stavely sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 15.8% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 67.9% 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 Stavely.

Stavely (postcode 3379) 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 (15.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Stavely — 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 grasslands and forests
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire Management Overlay
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Stavely threatened properties and required emergency response.

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 management strategies

Near-term

Conduct fuel reduction burns and create firebreaks to reduce the risk of bushfires.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave response plan

Immediate

Establish cooling centers and provide support for vulnerable residents during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Promote community awareness

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Ararat Rural City
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stavely in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Stavely 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 Stavely?

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

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 Stavely is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 15.8% of Stavely in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 67.9% 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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