Overall score
Bridgewater
51.4/100
Old Beach
47.8/100
Bridgewater vs Old Beach, TAS suburb comparison
Bridgewater for schools; Old Beach for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BridgewaterOld Beach
Crime rate
Bridgewater
637.0 / 1k
Old Beach
697.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bridgewater
32
Old Beach
4
Population
Bridgewater
4,592
Old Beach
4,394
Metric leadBridgewater 6Old Beach 12 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesOld Beach
- Best for best schoolsBridgewater
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 | Bridgewater | Old Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.4/100 | 47.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 637.0 / 1k | 697.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 23 |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 4 |
| Population | 4,592 | 4,394 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bridgewater is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, and Old Beach is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Bridgewater tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Old Beach stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Bridgewater sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Old Beach.
Bridgewater suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Old Beach is the stronger match for retirees.