Overall score
Bar Beach
40.3/100
Newcastle East
44.3/100
Bar Beach vs Newcastle East, NSW suburb comparison
Bar Beach for retirees and families; Newcastle East for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bar BeachNewcastle East
Crime rate
Bar Beach
217.7 / 1k
Newcastle East
218.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bar Beach
77
Newcastle East
305
Population
Bar Beach
1,292
Newcastle East
1,061
Metric leadBar Beach 6Newcastle East 41 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 retireesBar Beach
- Best for familiesBar Beach
- Best for beach lifestyleNewcastle East
- Best for best schoolsBar 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 | Bar Beach | Newcastle East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.3/100 | 44.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.1/100 | 22.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 217.7 / 1k | 218.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 6 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 305 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 10 |
| Population | 1,292 | 1,061 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bar Beach is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Newcastle East is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Bar Beach tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Newcastle East stands out for parks and reserves and walkability.
Bar Beach suits retirees more clearly, whereas Newcastle East is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle.