Overall score
Balmoral
60.8/100
Newstead
52.2/100
Balmoral vs Newstead, QLD suburb comparison
Balmoral for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BalmoralNewstead
Crime rate
Balmoral
25.7 / 1k
Newstead
206.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Balmoral
44
Newstead
158
Population
Balmoral
4,173
Newstead
7,496
Metric leadBalmoral 5Newstead 41 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Balmoral is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, and Newstead is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Balmoral is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Newstead answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Balmoral, while Newstead remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.