📮 Mowbray postcode: 7248

Bushfire Risk in Mowbray, TAS: 2026 Assessment

Mowbray, Tasmania· UNKNOWN· 7248
Mowbray has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 1 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

Mowbray has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Mowbray has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. Hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Mowbray, TAS
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
7248
Highest high-risk exposure
13.5% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Mowbray, Tasmania, has a mowbray has a moderate bushfire risk due to surrounding vegetation. hotter, drier conditions are projected to increase the frequency 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.

Residents should maintain fire breaks and clear vegetation around their homes.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Mowbray, 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 Mowbray including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Mowbray sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 5.1% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 88.4% 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 Mowbray.

Mowbray (postcode 7248) 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 (13.5% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (9.1% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (5.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Mowbray — 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 BushlandAdjacent to areas of bushland.
BAL Overlay / ZoneCheck Tasmania Fire Service for bushfire prone area overlays.
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Minor

Bushfires impacted areas near Mowbray, causing smoke haze.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Invest in flood defenses such as levees and drainage improvements to protect properties from flooding.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire preparedness measures such as clearing vegetation around homes and developing evacuation plans.

Est. cost: Low

Heatwave Action Plan

Near-term

Develop a heatwave action plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Medium

Coastal Management Strategy

Long-term

Develop a coastal management strategy to address the risks of sea level rise and coastal erosion.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

UNKNOWN
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 1 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mowbray in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Mowbray may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Mowbray 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 Mowbray?

BAL ratings in Mowbray 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 Mowbray?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Mowbray 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 Mowbray?

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 Mowbray is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.5% of Mowbray in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 56.8% 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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