What the mapping shows for George Town
Part of George Town is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
0.2% of George Town is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
5.7% of George Town 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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0.2% of George Town 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
- George Town faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from the Tamar River and heavy rainfall events. Low-lying areas are particularly vulnerable.
- Bushfire
- The risk of bushfires in George Town is moderate, with surrounding bushland posing a threat during dry periods and heatwaves.
- Heat
- George Town is experiencing an increase in the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, posing a risk to vulnerable populations.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7253
Climate Safety Analysis
George Town 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 George Town'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 George Town 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 George Town 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 George Town. 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 damage to infrastructure and power outages in George Town and surrounding areas.
Major flooding event impacted northern Tasmania, including areas near George Town, causing property damage and road closures.
Bushfires in the region caused smoke haze and required firefighting efforts near George Town.
Prolonged heatwave conditions affected Tasmania, with record temperatures recorded in some areas.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in infrastructure to protect against increased flood risk, such as levees and improved drainage systems.
Est. cost: High
Bushfire Preparedness Programs
ImmediateImplement community education programs to improve bushfire preparedness and resilience.
Est. cost: Medium
Heatwave Early Warning System
Near-termDevelop and implement a heatwave early warning system to protect vulnerable populations.
Est. cost: Low
Coastal Protection Measures
Long-termImplement coastal protection measures to mitigate the impacts of sea level rise and coastal erosion.
Est. cost: High
Community Resilience Planning
Near-termEngage the community in developing a comprehensive climate resilience plan.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is George Town safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. George Town 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 George Town?
The dominant hazard for George Town 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 George Town 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 George Town?
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 George Town?
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 George Town.
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