Overall score
Beaconsfield
52.7/100
Newtown
59.8/100
Beaconsfield vs Newtown, NSW Suburb Comparison
Beaconsfield for families; Newtown for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BeaconsfieldNewtown
Crime rate
Beaconsfield
88.3 / 1k
Newtown
117.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beaconsfield
55
Newtown
590
Population
Beaconsfield
1,172
Newtown
14,690
Metric leadBeaconsfield 4Newtown 72 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNewtown
- Best for familiesBeaconsfield
- Best for investmentNewtown
- Best for best schoolsNewtown
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 | Beaconsfield | Newtown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.7/100 | 52.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.3 / 1k | 117.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 25 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 59 |
| Walkability | 42.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 590 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 99 |
| Green cover | 5.8% | 3.9% |
| Population | 1,172 | 14,690 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Beaconsfield is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, while Newtown is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Beaconsfield pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Newtown is the better pick for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
Beaconsfield suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Newtown is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.