📮 Claremont postcode: 7011

Bushfire Risk in Claremont, TAS: 2026 Assessment

Claremont, Tasmania· Glenorchy· 7011
Bushfire risk in Claremont is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.Updated 30 Mar 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Bushfire risk in Claremont is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Bushfire risk in Claremont is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Claremont, TAS
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
7011
Highest high-risk exposure
14.7% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Claremont, Tasmania, has a bushfire risk in claremont is moderate, with some areas bordering bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures could increase the likelihood and intensity of bushfires. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The Tasmania fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

Check the Tasmania Fire Service website for bushfire safety information and fire danger ratings.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Claremont, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Claremont including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Claremont sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 11.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 62% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Claremont.

Claremont (postcode 7011) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are surface flood (14.7% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (11.3% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (11.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Claremont — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandSome properties border bushland within 1km.
BAL Overlay / ZoneBushfire-prone area overlays are in effect.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Minor

A bushfire near Claremont caused smoke haze and required firefighting efforts to prevent it from spreading to residential areas.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in flood defenses such as levees, flood barriers, and improved drainage systems to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire preparedness measures such as clearing vegetation around properties, developing evacuation plans, and installing fire-resistant building materials.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Develop and implement a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events, including establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Coastal Erosion Management

Long-term

Implement coastal erosion management strategies such as beach nourishment, seawalls, and managed retreat to protect coastal properties and infrastructure from erosion and inundation.

Est. cost: High

Upgrade Building Codes

Long-term

Update building codes to incorporate climate resilience measures, such as requiring new buildings to be flood-resistant, fire-resistant, and energy-efficient.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Glenorchy City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 30 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claremont in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Claremont may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Claremont has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Claremont?

BAL ratings in Claremont depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Claremont?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Claremont may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Claremont?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the Tasmania fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Claremont is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.7% of Claremont in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 79.9% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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2022 insured disaster losses*
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30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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