What the mapping shows for Paget
Part of Paget is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
47.2% of Paget is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)
Queensland Coastal Management District, State of Queensland (Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation), Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, retrieved 2026-10-23
This is a share of the suburb's land area from a published state dataset, not an assessment of any property. A ClimateNest report scores the individual address across eight hazards, with insurance and value projections to 2050.
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47.2% of Paget is mapped as part of the Queensland coastal management district (coastal management district declared under the Coastal Management Act 2016)
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Heat Risk Score
Not assessedPaget experiences high temperatures during summer, and climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, posing a risk to vulnerable populations.
Key Facts
- Heat Risk
- Paget experiences high temperatures during summer, and climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, posing a risk to vulnerable populations.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Paget, QLD
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 4740
Heat Risk Analysis
Paget in Queensland faces location-specific extreme heat risk. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that Australia's average temperature has increased by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with the frequency of extreme heat days rising across most regions.
The urban heat island (UHI) effect can make built-up areas of Paget warmer than surrounding rural areas, particularly on summer nights. Dark roof materials, limited tree canopy cover, and heat-absorbing surfaces contribute to localised heat stress that varies by property.
The high humidity in Paget exacerbates the effects of heatwaves, increasing the risk of heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses.
Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Paget including cooling cost estimates, heatwave vulnerability scoring, and adaptation recommendations tailored to your property.
ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Paget. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Prolonged heatwave conditions led to increased demand for electricity and put strain on the power grid.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade drainage infrastructure
Near-termInvest in upgrading drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: High
Implement heatwave early warning system
ImmediateDevelop and implement a heatwave early warning system to alert residents and businesses to impending heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Strengthen coastal defenses
Long-termConstruct or reinforce coastal defenses to protect against sea level rise and storm surge.
Est. cost: Very High
Promote energy efficiency
Near-termEncourage businesses and residents to adopt energy-efficient practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hot does Paget get in summer?
Paget in Queensland experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Paget. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.
Is extreme heat increasing in Paget?
Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for Queensland. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.
How does heat affect energy costs for Paget properties?
Higher temperatures increase cooling demand, which raises electricity costs. ClimateNest provides energy cost projections based on your property's specific exposure to extreme heat days in Paget and the performance of your building envelope.
What heat mitigation measures work best in Paget?
Effective heat mitigation includes light-coloured roofing (cool roofs), ceiling and wall insulation, double-glazed windows, external shading, cross-ventilation design, and increasing tree canopy around the property. These measures reduce indoor temperatures and cooling costs.
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