What the mapping shows for East Devonport
Part of East Devonport is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
1.5% of East Devonport is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
7.8% of East 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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1.5% of East 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
5.8Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- East Devonport faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Mersey River and low-lying areas. Increased rainfall intensity and rising sea levels are expected to exacerbate this risk.
- Bushfire
- The bushfire risk in East Devonport is relatively low compared to other regions in Tasmania, but still present due to nearby vegetation. Drier conditions and increased temperatures could elevate this risk.
- Heat
- East Devonport experiences moderate heat risk, with potential for heatwaves during summer months. Rising average temperatures will likely increase the frequency and intensity of heat events.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7310
Climate Safety Analysis
East 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 East 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 East 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 East 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 East 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
East Devonport experienced a prolonged heatwave with temperatures exceeding average for several days.
Significant flooding occurred in the Mersey River, impacting low-lying areas of Devonport, including East Devonport.
Bushfires in the surrounding areas caused smoke haze and increased fire danger in East Devonport.
Severe storms caused coastal erosion and damage to infrastructure in East Devonport.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Coastal Defenses
ImmediateInvest in seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against sea level rise and storm surge.
Est. cost: High
Improve Flood Management
Near-termImplement better flood management strategies, including improved drainage and flood warning systems.
Est. cost: Medium
Develop Heat Action Plan
Near-termCreate a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Low
Community Awareness Programs
Long-termEducate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Devonport safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. East 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 East Devonport?
The dominant hazard for East 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 East 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 East 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 East 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 East Devonport.
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