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Bushfire Risk in Hastings Point, WA: 2026 Assessment

Hastings Point, Western Australia· Tweed Shire· 2489
Bushfire risk in Hastings Point is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.Updated 27 May 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Bushfire risk in Hastings Point is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk in Hastings Point is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Hastings Point, WA
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
6308
Highest high-risk exposure
13.5% of land (bushfire)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Hastings Point, Western Australia, has a bushfire risk in hastings point is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can increase the likelihood of bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Western Australia fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Some areas of Hastings Point are designated as bushfire prone.

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

Hastings Point sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 13.5% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 69.1% 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 Hastings Point.

Hastings Point (postcode 6308) 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 (13.5% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (6.9% of land in high-risk zones), tropical cyclone (6.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Hastings Point — 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.rfs.nsw.gov.au/map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

Bushfires in the region caused smoky conditions and raised concerns about property damage.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to better manage stormwater runoff and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement bushfire management strategies

Near-term

Conduct hazard reduction burns and clear vegetation around properties to reduce the risk of bushfires.

Est. cost: Low

Develop a heatwave response plan

Immediate

Establish cooling centers and provide support to vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Protect coastal areas

Long-term

Implement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to reduce the impact of erosion.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Tweed Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 27 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hastings Point in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Hastings Point 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 Hastings Point?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Hastings Point 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 Hastings Point?

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 Western Australia fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Hastings Point is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.5% of Hastings Point in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 69.1% 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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