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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Property Investment Score: East Devonport, TAS (2026)

East Devonport, Tasmania· UNKNOWN
Moderate investment with climate considerationsUpdated 19 Mar 2026

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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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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Investment Score

5.8

Moderate investment with climate considerations

Key Facts

Climate Risk
Medium
Resale Risk
Medium
Suburb
East Devonport, TAS
Postcode
7310

Investment Score Analysis

East Devonport in Tasmania has an investment score reflecting its climate risk profile, property market fundamentals, and long-term climate projections. The overall Medium risk rating is a key input for investors evaluating climate-adjusted returns.

Property values may be negatively impacted by increased flood and coastal risks.

The emergence of climate risk awareness among buyers, tenants, insurers, and lenders is creating differentiation in the property market. Properties in East Devonport with demonstrably lower hazard exposure may attract stronger demand, better insurance terms, and more resilient long-term value.

Use ClimateNest for a complete property-specific investment analysis for East Devonport including address-level risk scoring, insurance cost projections, climate-adjusted value forecasts to 2050, and resale liquidity assessment.

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

Insurance OutlookInsurance premiums are likely to increase due to climate risks.
Price Impact from ClimateProperty values may be negatively impacted by increased flood and coastal risks.
Resale Liquidity RiskMedium

Historical Events

2019
Moderate

East Devonport experienced a prolonged heatwave with temperatures exceeding average for several days.

2016
Moderate

Significant flooding occurred in the Mersey River, impacting low-lying areas of Devonport, including East Devonport.

2013
Minor

Bushfires in the surrounding areas caused smoke haze and increased fire danger in East Devonport.

2007
Moderate

Severe storms caused coastal erosion and damage to infrastructure in East Devonport.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Upgrade Coastal Defenses

Immediate

Invest in seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against sea level rise and storm surge.

Est. cost: High

Improve Flood Management

Near-term

Implement better flood management strategies, including improved drainage and flood warning systems.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heat Action Plan

Near-term

Create a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Community Awareness Programs

Long-term

Educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Devonport City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 19 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Devonport a good investment?

East Devonport has an overall Medium climate risk rating. Get an address-level investment analysis from ClimateNest including climate-adjusted value projections, insurance cost trajectories, and resale liquidity scoring.

How does climate risk affect property investment returns in East Devonport?

Climate risk can affect returns through higher insurance costs, reduced buyer demand in higher-risk areas, potential lender restrictions, and market differentiation between high-risk and low-risk properties within East Devonport. ClimateNest provides climate-adjusted investment metrics.

What is the resale outlook for properties in East Devonport?

The resale outlook for East Devonport depends partly on how climate risk perceptions evolve. As awareness grows, buyers are likely to increasingly favour lower-risk properties. An address-level report helps you understand the specific resale liquidity outlook.

Are there climate-resilient suburbs near East Devonport?

Neighbouring suburbs may have different climate risk profiles due to variations in elevation, vegetation cover, drainage, and land use. ClimateNest allows you to compare investment scores across Tasmania suburbs to identify relative opportunities and risks.

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What A$49 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

Full report from A$49 · Australian addresses only · 8 hazard scores · Insurance trajectory · 2030 & 2050 projections