What the mapping shows for Burnie
Part of Burnie is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
8.7% of Burnie is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
24.3% of Burnie is mapped as subject to coastal erosion (coastal erosion hazard band mapped for the Tasmanian planning system)
Tasmanian Coastal Inundation Hazard Bands (20161201), State of Tasmania (Department of Premier and Cabinet), 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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8.7% of Burnie is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
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Storm Risk Score
Not assessedModerate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
Key Facts
- Storm Risk
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Trend
- stable
- Suburb
- Burnie, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7320
- Region
- Tasmania
- Median property value
- $415,000
- Dominant hazard
- damaging wind
Storm Risk Analysis
Burnie, Tasmania, has a location-specific storm risk profile. This includes exposure to severe thunderstorms, hail, damaging winds, and — in tropical regions — cyclone impacts. The applicable wind region classification under AS/NZS 1170.2 influences building design standards for Burnie.
Severe thunderstorms affecting Burnie can produce damaging wind gusts, large hail, and intense rainfall. The Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings for Tasmania, and historical storm data helps characterise the frequency and intensity of events in the region.
CSIRO research indicates that the intensity of severe convective storms — including those producing hail and damaging winds — may increase in a warming climate. For Burnie property owners, this reinforces the value of storm-resistant building features and comprehensive insurance.
ClimateNest provides address-level storm risk reports for Burnie including wind zone classification, hail risk probability, and property-specific mitigation recommendations based on your building characteristics.
Burnie located in Tasmania (postcode 7320), is a Tasmania suburb tracked by ClimateNest. The suburb's median property value is $415,000, and understanding climate exposure is becoming a standard part of due diligence for buyers, lenders and insurers pricing property in Burnie.
Across the six hazard axes ClimateNest models, the dominant climate risk for Burnie in this type is damaging wind. Insurance signals for the suburb point to premiums rising moderately (+25% by 2030). The actual risk of any single home can only be confirmed with an address-level report.
Whether you are buying, selling or renovating in Burnie, damaging wind is the hazard to weigh first. Local council planning controls, state hazard mapping and lender climate policies each reference this kind of suburb-level signal, and property decisions in Burnie are increasingly made with an address-level climate report in hand.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
A severe storm caused damage to infrastructure and power outages in Burnie.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade drainage infrastructure
Near-termImprove drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce the risk of flash flooding.
Est. cost: High
Construct coastal defenses
Near-termBuild seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Est. cost: Very High
Develop heat action plan
ImmediateCreate a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Relocate critical infrastructure
Long-termRelocate critical infrastructure away from high-risk coastal areas.
Est. cost: Very High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burnie prone to hailstorms?
Hail risk in Burnie depends on the frequency of severe thunderstorm activity in the Tasmania region. BOM tracks severe storm events including hail. Property-specific risk depends on roof design, building orientation, and local storm patterns.
What wind rating applies to buildings in Burnie?
Under AS/NZS 1170.2, properties in Burnie are assigned a wind region classification. This rating determines structural design requirements for new buildings. Check with ClimateNest or a structural engineer for your property's classification.
Does storm risk affect insurance premiums in Burnie?
Yes, storm damage — including wind, hail, and rain ingress — is one of the most common insurance claims in Australia. Properties in higher wind zones or with greater hail exposure may face higher premiums or specific policy conditions.
What storm mitigation measures should Burnie property owners consider?
Storm mitigation includes impact-resistant roofing, cyclone-rated fixings where required, window and door shutters, regular roof and gutter maintenance, securing outdoor items, and ensuring compliance with current wind load standards under the National Construction Code.
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