Overall score
Blackmans Bay
68.5/100
Howden
39.7/100
Blackmans Bay vs Howden, TAS suburb comparison
Blackmans Bay for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Blackmans BayHowden
Crime rate
Blackmans Bay
177.7 / 1k
Howden
1916.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blackmans Bay
151
Howden
15
Population
Blackmans Bay
7,688
Howden
717
Metric leadBlackmans Bay 6Howden 11 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesBlackmans Bay
- Best for best valueBlackmans Bay
- Best for best schoolsBlackmans Bay
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 | Blackmans Bay | Howden |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.5/100 | 39.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 177.7 / 1k | 1916.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | — |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 1 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 1.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 151 | 15 |
| Population | 7,688 | 717 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Blackmans Bay is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, while Howden is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Blackmans Bay sits among greener hillside streets, while Howden keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Blackmans Bay is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Howden answers with stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Blackmans Bay sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Howden.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Blackmans Bay, while Howden remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.