📮 Yarragon South postcode: 3820

Bushfire Risk in Yarragon South, VIC: 2026 Assessment

Yarragon South, Victoria· Shire of Baw Baw· 3820
Moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation and historical fire activity in the region.Updated 28 June 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

5.0/10

Moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation and historical fire activity in the region.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation and historical fire activity in the region.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Yarragon South, VIC
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
3823
Highest high-risk exposure
11.2% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Yarragon South, Victoria, has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation and historical fire activity in the region. 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 suburb is bordered by areas of significant bushland, increasing the risk during fire seasons.

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

Yarragon South sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 11.2% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 66.9% 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 Yarragon South.

Yarragon South (postcode 3823) 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 (11.2% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (6.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (4.7% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Yarragon South — 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 several bushland reserves
BAL Overlay / ZoneSignificant Vegetation Overlay (SVO)
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

A large bushfire impacted the broader Gippsland region, with Yarragon South experiencing significant smoke and evacuations in nearby areas.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a Household Emergency Plan

Immediate

Create a plan that includes evacuation routes, communication strategies, and emergency kits for flood and bushfire events.

Est. cost: Low

Improve Property Flood Resilience

Near-term

Consider flood-proofing measures such as raising electrical outlets, installing flood barriers, and improving site drainage.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement Bushfire-Resistant Landscaping

Near-term

Create defendable space around the property by managing vegetation, using fire-resistant plants, and maintaining gutters and roofs.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Home Cooling Strategies

Near-term

Improve insulation, install efficient cooling systems, and utilize shading techniques to mitigate heat stress during summer.

Est. cost: Medium

Community Preparedness Workshops

Long-term

Participate in or organize local workshops focused on emergency preparedness, first aid, and climate change adaptation.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Shire of Baw Baw
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 28 June 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yarragon South in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Yarragon South 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 Yarragon South?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Yarragon South 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 Yarragon South?

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 Yarragon South is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 11.2% of Yarragon South in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 66.9% 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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