What the mapping shows for Latrobe
Part of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
2.1% of Latrobe is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
10.8% of Latrobe 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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2.1% of Latrobe 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
5.5Moderate climate risk — address-specific
Key Facts
- Climate Safety
- Medium
- Flood
- Latrobe faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Mersey River. Climate change is expected to increase rainfall intensity, potentially leading to more frequent and severe flood events.
- Bushfire
- The bushfire risk in Latrobe is relatively low compared to other regions in Tasmania, but it's still present due to surrounding vegetation. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could exacerbate this risk.
- Heat
- Latrobe experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures projected. This could lead to more frequent heatwaves and heat stress, particularly for vulnerable populations.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7307
Climate Safety Analysis
Latrobe 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 Latrobe's climate safety include flood. 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 Latrobe 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 Latrobe 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 Latrobe. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Latrobe experienced a prolonged heatwave with record-breaking temperatures, leading to heat stress and health concerns.
Significant flooding occurred in the Mersey River, impacting low-lying areas of Latrobe.
A bushfire near Latrobe caused minor property damage and required evacuation of some residents.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Drainage Infrastructure
ImmediateUpgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: High
Implement Heat Action Plan
Near-termDevelop a heat action plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Bushfire Risk Mitigation
Near-termImplement vegetation management and bushfire prevention measures to reduce bushfire risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Community Awareness Programs
Long-termConduct community awareness programs to educate residents about climate risks and adaptation measures.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Latrobe safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Latrobe 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 Latrobe?
The dominant hazard for Latrobe 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 Latrobe 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 Latrobe?
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 Latrobe?
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 Latrobe.
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