What the mapping shows for Dover
Part of Dover is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
1.4% of Dover is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
4.1% of Dover 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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1.4% of Dover is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
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Heat Risk Score
Not assessedDover experiences a low to moderate risk of heatwaves. While not as extreme as other parts of Australia, heatwaves can still pose a risk to vulnerable populations. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves.
Key Facts
- Heat Risk
- Dover experiences a low to moderate risk of heatwaves. While not as extreme as other parts of Australia, heatwaves can still pose a risk to vulnerable populations. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Dover, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7117
Heat Risk Analysis
Dover in Tasmania 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 Dover 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.
Dover experiences relatively mild summers, but heatwaves are becoming more frequent.
Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Dover 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 Dover. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
A heatwave in Tasmania caused health concerns, particularly for vulnerable populations in Dover.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Coastal Protection Measures
ImmediateImplement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to reduce the impacts of sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Est. cost: High
Bushfire Mitigation
Near-termImplement bushfire mitigation measures, such as fuel reduction burns and vegetation management, to reduce the risk of bushfires.
Est. cost: Medium
Improved Drainage Infrastructure
Near-termUpgrade drainage infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flooding.
Est. cost: Medium
Community Awareness and Preparedness
Long-termRaise community awareness about climate risks and promote preparedness measures, such as emergency planning and evacuation procedures.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hot does Dover get in summer?
Dover in Tasmania experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Dover. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.
Is extreme heat increasing in Dover?
Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for Tasmania. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.
How does heat affect energy costs for Dover 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 Dover and the performance of your building envelope.
What heat mitigation measures work best in Dover?
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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