Overall score
Belmont
49.0/100
Jewells
42.4/100
Belmont for beach lifestyle and value; Jewells for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belmont
49.0/100
Jewells
42.4/100
Crime rate
Belmont
87.9 / 1k
Jewells
88.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont
73
Jewells
41
Population
Belmont
7,289
Jewells
2,452
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Put side by side, Belmont is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Jewells is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Belmont leans into coastal living, while Jewells feels more inland and suburban in character.
Belmont pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Jewells is the better pick for walkability and a calmer planning outlook.
People chasing a beach lifestyle and value-focused buyers may find Belmont the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Jewells.