Overall score
Boisdale
30.4/100
Newry
22.5/100
Boisdale for retirees and families; Newry for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Boisdale
30.4/100
Newry
22.5/100
Crime rate
Boisdale
31.1 / 1k
Newry
80.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Boisdale
0
Newry
3
Population
Boisdale
307
Newry
451
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.
Boisdale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Newry is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Boisdale sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Newry is more regionally self-contained.
Boisdale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and overall desirability, while Newry stands out for housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Retirees and families may find Boisdale the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Newry.