📮 Nubeena postcode: 7184

Bushfire Risk in Nubeena, TAS: 2026 Assessment

Nubeena, Tasmania· UNKNOWN· 7184
The bushfire risk in Nubeena is moderate due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.Updated 2 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

4.0/10

The bushfire risk in Nubeena is moderate due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
The bushfire risk in Nubeena is moderate due to the surrounding bushland. Drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of bushfires.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Nubeena, TAS
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
7184
Highest high-risk exposure
13.2% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Nubeena, Tasmania, has a the bushfire risk in nubeena is moderate due to the surrounding bushland. drier conditions and higher temperatures are expected 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.

The area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring adherence to building codes and vegetation management practices.

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

Nubeena sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 71.7% 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 Nubeena.

Nubeena (postcode 7184) 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 (13.2% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (9.9% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (7.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Nubeena — 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
BAL Overlay / ZoneTasman Fire Service Bushfire Prone Areas Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2013
Moderate

Bushfires impacted the Tasman Peninsula, including areas near Nubeena, causing property damage and evacuations.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Coastal Protection Measures

Immediate

Implement coastal protection measures, such as seawalls and beach nourishment, to protect against coastal erosion and inundation.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Near-term

Implement bushfire risk mitigation measures, such as vegetation management and fire breaks, to reduce the risk of bushfires.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Develop and implement a heatwave preparedness plan to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat events.

Est. cost: Low

Flood Management

Long-term

Improve drainage infrastructure and implement flood management strategies to reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Tasman Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nubeena in a bushfire prone area?

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

BAL ratings in Nubeena 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 Nubeena?

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

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 Nubeena is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.2% of Nubeena in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 73.4% 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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