Overall score
Avalon Beach
73.6/100
Newport
63.6/100
Avalon Beach vs Newport, NSW suburb comparison
Avalon Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Avalon BeachNewport
Crime rate
Avalon Beach
15.7 / 1k
Newport
28.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Avalon Beach
300
Newport
173
Population
Avalon Beach
10,379
Newport
9,659
Metric leadAvalon Beach 8Newport 12 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAvalon Beach
- Best for familiesAvalon Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleAvalon Beach
- Best for best valueAvalon Beach
- Best for best schoolsAvalon Beach
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Avalon Beach | Newport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 73.6/100 | 63.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.1/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 15.7 / 1k | 28.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 164 | 64 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 300 | 173 |
| Planning activity | 51 | 55 |
| Population | 10,379 | 9,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Avalon Beach is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Newport is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Avalon Beach pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Newport is the better pick for parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Avalon Beach, while Newport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.