What the mapping shows for Dodges Ferry
Part of Dodges Ferry is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
1.2% of Dodges Ferry is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
11.5% of Dodges Ferry 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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1.2% of Dodges Ferry 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
- Dodges Ferry faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from heavy rainfall and coastal inundation. The risk is exacerbated by low-lying areas and proximity to the coast.
- Bushfire
- Bushfire risk in Dodges Ferry is moderate due to surrounding bushland. Hot, dry summers and strong winds can increase the likelihood of fire.
- Heat
- Dodges Ferry experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves projected. This can impact vulnerable populations.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7173
Climate Safety Analysis
Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry'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 Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Severe storms caused coastal erosion and damage to infrastructure in Dodges Ferry.
A prolonged heatwave affected Tasmania, with record temperatures recorded in Dodges Ferry.
Heavy rainfall caused flooding in low-lying areas of Dodges Ferry, affecting homes and businesses.
Bushfires impacted areas near Dodges Ferry, causing property damage and evacuations.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Drainage Infrastructure
Near-termUpgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Implement Coastal Protection Measures
Near-termConstruct seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against erosion and inundation.
Est. cost: High
Develop Bushfire Management Plans
ImmediateCreate and implement bushfire management plans to reduce the risk of fire damage.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Community Awareness
Long-termEducate residents about climate risks and adaptation strategies.
Est. cost: Low
Enhance Emergency Response Capabilities
Near-termStrengthen emergency services and response plans to deal with extreme weather events.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dodges Ferry safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry?
The dominant hazard for Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry 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 Dodges Ferry?
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 Dodges Ferry?
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 Dodges Ferry.
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