What the mapping shows for Devonport
Part of Devonport is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
1.3% of Devonport is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
7.7% of Devonport 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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1.3% of Devonport is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
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Climate Safety Score
5.2Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Devonport faces a notable risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Mersey River and coastal location. Increased rainfall intensity and rising sea levels are expected to exacerbate this risk.
- Bushfire
- Bushfire risk in Devonport is relatively low compared to other regions in Tasmania, but still present due to surrounding vegetation. Drier conditions and increased temperatures could elevate this risk.
- Heat
- Devonport is likely to experience more frequent and intense heatwaves. This poses a risk to vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7310
Climate Safety Analysis
Devonport in Tasmania has an overall climate safety rating of Medium. This multi-hazard assessment combines flood, bushfire, heat, coastal, and storm risk data with climate projections to 2050 from CSIRO and the Bureau of Meteorology.
Key factors affecting Devonport's climate safety include flood, coastal. Each hazard is assessed independently and combined for an overall picture. Australia has warmed by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with flow-on effects to fire weather, extreme rainfall, and heatwave frequency.
Climate safety for property in Devonport is not uniform — it varies by address. Factors such as elevation, distance to waterways, proximity to bushland, and local drainage all influence actual risk at a specific property. Two nearby properties can have materially different risk profiles.
For a complete property-specific climate safety report for Devonport including address-level hazard mapping, insurance outlook, and adaptation recommendations, use the ClimateNest full analysis tool.
ClimateNest assesses hazards at the address rather than the suburb, because exposure varies street by street within Devonport. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
High tides and storm surges caused minor coastal erosion in some areas of Devonport.
Heavy rainfall led to localized flooding in low-lying areas of Devonport.
A severe storm caused minor damage to coastal areas and power outages in Devonport.
Significant flooding occurred in Devonport due to heavy rainfall, causing damage to properties and infrastructure.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in upgrading flood defenses, such as levees and drainage systems, to protect properties and infrastructure from increased flood risk.
Est. cost: High
Coastal Protection Measures
Near-termImplement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Est. cost: High
Heatwave Preparedness Plan
ImmediateDevelop and implement a heatwave preparedness plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events. This includes establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.
Est. cost: Medium
Bushfire Risk Mitigation
Long-termImplement bushfire risk mitigation measures, such as vegetation management and community education programs, to reduce the risk of bushfires in surrounding areas.
Est. cost: Medium
Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
Long-termEnsure that all new infrastructure projects are designed to be climate-resilient, taking into account the projected impacts of climate change.
Est. cost: High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Devonport safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Devonport has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Understanding the specific hazards at your property address — not just the suburb average — provides the most reliable risk picture.
Which climate hazard poses the biggest risk in Devonport?
The dominant hazard for Devonport depends on geography and local environment. Proximity to waterways elevates flood risk, while proximity to bushland increases bushfire risk. ClimateNest's multi-hazard analysis identifies the highest-risk hazards for any specific address.
How does Devonport compare to nearby suburbs for climate safety?
Nearby suburbs may have different climate risk profiles depending on elevation, vegetation cover, drainage patterns, and land use. ClimateNest allows comparison of climate safety scores across Tasmania suburbs.
Should I be concerned about buying property in Devonport?
Climate risk should be one factor in your decision, alongside price, location, and amenity. An informed buyer understands the specific risks at a property address and factors insurance costs and climate projections into their assessment of long-term value.
What climate projections should I know for Devonport?
Key projections for Tasmania from CSIRO include increased average temperatures, more frequent hot days, changes in rainfall seasonality, longer fire seasons, and potential increases in extreme rainfall intensity. These trends inform the long-term outlook for Devonport.
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