What the mapping shows for Long Reach
Part of Long Reach is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
0.6% of Long Reach is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
4.5% of Long Reach 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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0.6% of Long Reach 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
- Long Reach faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from the Tamar River. Climate change is expected to increase rainfall intensity, potentially leading to more frequent and severe flood events.
- Bushfire
- The bushfire risk in Long Reach is relatively low compared to other regions in Tasmania. However, drier conditions and increased temperatures due to climate change could elevate the risk in the future.
- Heat
- Long Reach experiences moderate heat risk, with average maximum temperatures in January. Climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves, posing a greater risk to vulnerable populations.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7253
Climate Safety Analysis
Long Reach 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 Long Reach'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 Long Reach 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 Long Reach 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 Long Reach. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Significant rainfall caused flooding in low-lying areas along the Tamar River, impacting some residential properties.
A prolonged heatwave in January resulted in increased heat stress and health concerns for vulnerable residents.
Heavy rainfall led to localized flooding and road closures in Long Reach.
A severe storm caused damage to trees and power lines, resulting in power outages for some residents.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve Drainage Infrastructure
Near-termUpgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flooding.
Est. cost: Medium
Reinforce Coastal Defenses
Near-termConstruct or reinforce seawalls and other coastal defenses to protect against sea level rise and storm surges.
Est. cost: High
Develop Heatwave Preparedness Plans
ImmediateImplement heatwave early warning systems and provide support for vulnerable residents during extreme heat events.
Est. cost: Low
Promote Bushfire Awareness and Preparedness
Near-termEducate residents about bushfire risks and provide guidance on preparing their properties and evacuation plans.
Est. cost: Low
Relocate critical infrastructure
Long-termMove essential services away from flood and coastal inundation zones.
Est. cost: Very High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Reach safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Long Reach 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 Long Reach?
The dominant hazard for Long Reach 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 Long Reach 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 Long Reach?
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 Long Reach?
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 Long Reach.
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