Overall score
Broadmeadow
51.2/100
Newcastle West
55.2/100
Broadmeadow vs Newcastle West, NSW Suburb Comparison
Broadmeadow for investment; Newcastle West for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BroadmeadowNewcastle West
Crime rate
Broadmeadow
306.5 / 1k
Newcastle West
551.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Broadmeadow
166
Newcastle West
238
Population
Broadmeadow
1,688
Newcastle West
1,453
Metric leadBroadmeadow 5Newcastle West 71 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 retireesNewcastle West
- Best for investmentBroadmeadow
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 | Broadmeadow | Newcastle West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.2/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 47.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 306.5 / 1k | 551.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 66 | 59 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 166 | 238 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 15 |
| Green cover | 0.3% | 20.5% |
| Population | 1,688 | 1,453 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Broadmeadow is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Newcastle West is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Broadmeadow tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Newcastle West stands out for parks and reserves, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Broadmeadow if you are weighing investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Newcastle West for retirees.
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.