📮 Kojonup postcode: 6395

Bushfire Risk in Kojonup, WA: 2026 Assessment

Kojonup, Western Australia· UNKNOWN· 6395
The area surrounding Kojonup is prone to bushfires, particularly during the dry summer months. The presence of extensive bushland increases the risk.Updated 10 Mar 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

7.0/10

The area surrounding Kojonup is prone to bushfires, particularly during the dry summer months. The presence of extensive bushland increases the risk.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The area surrounding Kojonup is prone to bushfires, particularly during the dry summer months. The presence of extensive bushland increases the risk.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Kojonup, WA
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
6395
Highest high-risk exposure
8.9% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Kojonup, Western Australia, has a the area surrounding kojonup is prone to bushfires, particularly during the dry summer months. the presence of extensive bushland increases the risk. 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.

The Shire of Kojonup is actively involved in bushfire prevention and management.

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

Kojonup sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7.6% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 66% 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 Kojonup.

Kojonup (postcode 6395) 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 surface flood (8.9% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.6% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.8% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Kojonup — 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 BushlandSurrounded by bushland
BAL Overlay / ZoneDFES Bushfire Prone Areas Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2015
Moderate

A bushfire near Kojonup threatened several properties and required the evacuation of residents.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure and implement flood control measures to reduce the impact of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire mitigation strategies, such as fuel reduction and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heat Action Plan

Near-term

Create a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation practices to reduce water stress during periods of drought and heat.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Shire of Kojonup
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 10 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kojonup in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Kojonup 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 Kojonup?

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

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 Kojonup is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 8.9% of Kojonup in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 70.9% 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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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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