Overall score
Bayview
45.2/100
Newport
63.6/100
Bayview vs Newport, NSW suburb comparison
Bayview for families and schools; Newport for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BayviewNewport
Crime rate
Bayview
12.1 / 1k
Newport
28.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bayview
102
Newport
173
Population
Bayview
3,807
Newport
9,659
Metric leadBayview 2Newport 72 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Bayview | Newport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.2/100 | 63.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.7/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.1 / 1k | 28.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 53 | 64 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 102 | 173 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 55 |
| Population | 3,807 | 9,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bayview is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Newport is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Newport is shaped by the coast, Bayview offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Bayview is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Newport answers with housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Newport, while Bayview remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.