What the mapping shows for Moonah
Part of Moonah is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
0.2% of Moonah is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
57.4% of Moonah 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 Moonah 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
- Moonah faces a moderate risk of flooding due to its proximity to the Derwent River and low-lying areas. Climate change is expected to increase rainfall intensity, potentially worsening flood events.
- Bushfire
- Bushfire risk in Moonah is relatively low compared to other parts of Tasmania, but some areas near bushland are still vulnerable. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the risk.
- Heat
- Moonah experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwaves projected. This can impact vulnerable populations and infrastructure.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7009
Climate Safety Analysis
Moonah 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 Moonah'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 Moonah 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 Moonah 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 Moonah. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
A severe storm caused flash flooding and property damage in Moonah.
Tasmania experienced a prolonged heatwave, impacting vulnerable populations in Moonah.
The 1967 Tasmanian bushfires impacted areas near Moonah, causing significant damage.
Significant flooding occurred in the Derwent River, impacting low-lying areas of Moonah.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Upgrade Flood Defenses
Near-termInvest in infrastructure to protect against increased flooding, such as levees and improved drainage systems.
Est. cost: High
Develop Heat Action Plans
ImmediateImplement heat action plans to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.
Est. cost: Medium
Strengthen Coastal Protection
Long-termImplement measures to protect against coastal erosion and inundation, such as seawalls and beach nourishment.
Est. cost: High
Improve Building Codes
Near-termUpdate building codes to ensure new construction is resilient to climate change impacts, such as flooding and heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moonah safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Moonah 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 Moonah?
The dominant hazard for Moonah 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 Moonah 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 Moonah?
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 Moonah?
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 Moonah.
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