Bushfire Risk in Cleveland, TAS: 2026 Assessment
Bushfire Risk Score
4.0/10The risk of bushfires in Cleveland is moderate, influenced by surrounding vegetation and dry conditions. Climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfire weather.
Key Facts
- Bushfire Risk
- The risk of bushfires in Cleveland is moderate, influenced by surrounding vegetation and dry conditions. Climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfire weather.
- Trend
- increasing
- Suburb
- Cleveland, TAS
- Overall Risk
- Medium
- Postcode
- 7211
- Highest high-risk exposure
- 6.9% of land (surface flood)
Bushfire Risk Analysis
Cleveland, Tasmania, has a the risk of bushfires in cleveland is moderate, influenced by surrounding vegetation and dry conditions. climate change is projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfire weather. 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.
Properties bordering bushland are at higher risk.
CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Cleveland, 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 Cleveland including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.
Cleveland sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 4% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 78.8% 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 Cleveland.
Cleveland (postcode 7211) 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 (6.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.8% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Cleveland — 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
Historical Events
A small bushfire occurred near the outskirts of Cleveland, but was quickly contained.
Adaptation & Mitigation Actions
Improve stormwater drainage
Near-termUpgrade stormwater infrastructure to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce flood risk.
Est. cost: Medium
Implement a heatwave response plan
ImmediateDevelop a plan to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves, including cooling centers and community outreach.
Est. cost: Low
Bushfire hazard reduction
Near-termConduct regular bushfire hazard reduction activities in areas surrounding Cleveland.
Est. cost: Medium
Coastal erosion monitoring
Long-termMonitor coastal areas for erosion and implement measures to protect vulnerable infrastructure.
Est. cost: High
Council & Emergency Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland in a bushfire prone area?
Parts of Cleveland may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
BAL ratings in Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
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 Cleveland is exposed to high surface flood risk?
ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 6.9% of Cleveland in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 71% 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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