What the mapping shows for Taranna
Part of Taranna is mapped as subject to coastal inundation.
1.3% of Taranna is mapped as subject to coastal inundation (coastal inundation hazard band, including 1% AEP storm tide at 2100)
7.4% of Taranna 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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1.3% of Taranna 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
- Taranna faces a moderate risk of flooding, primarily from heavy rainfall events and potential riverine flooding. Low-lying areas are more vulnerable.
- Bushfire
- Taranna has a high bushfire risk due to its proximity to bushland and dry vegetation. Hot, dry summers increase the likelihood of bushfires.
- Heat
- Taranna experiences a relatively low risk from heatwaves compared to other regions, but increasing temperatures could pose a threat to vulnerable populations.
- Storm
- Moderate storm risk — westerly wind storms and occasional severe weather
- Postcode
- 7180
Climate Safety Analysis
Taranna 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 Taranna's climate safety include coastal, bushfire. 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 Taranna 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 Taranna 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 Taranna. An address-level check is what tells you about a specific property before you buy, sell or insure it.
Local Hazard Evidence
Historical Events
Bushfire near Taranna required residents to be prepared for potential evacuation.
Heavy rainfall led to localized flooding in low-lying areas of Taranna, disrupting traffic and causing minor property damage.
Severe storms caused coastal erosion and flooding in Taranna, damaging infrastructure and properties.
Bushfires impacted the Tasman Peninsula, including areas near Taranna, causing property damage and evacuations.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Develop a Bushfire Management Plan
ImmediateCreate a comprehensive bushfire management plan for your property, including clearing vegetation, installing firebreaks, and preparing an evacuation plan.
Est. cost: Low
Invest in Coastal Protection Measures
Near-termConsider investing in coastal protection measures, such as seawalls or vegetation buffers, to protect your property from erosion and inundation.
Est. cost: Medium
Improve Drainage Infrastructure
Near-termAdvocate for improvements to local drainage infrastructure to reduce the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events.
Est. cost: High
Install Energy-Efficient Cooling Systems
Long-termInstall energy-efficient cooling systems, such as air conditioners or fans, to mitigate the impact of heatwaves.
Est. cost: Medium
Participate in Community Education Programs
Near-termAttend community education programs on climate change adaptation and disaster preparedness to learn how to protect yourself and your property.
Est. cost: Low
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taranna safe from climate change?
No location in Australia is entirely immune to climate change impacts. Taranna 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 Taranna?
The dominant hazard for Taranna 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 Taranna 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 Taranna?
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 Taranna?
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 Taranna.
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