Overall score
Church Point
40.3/100
Newport
63.6/100
Church Point vs Newport, NSW suburb comparison
Newport for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Church PointNewport
Crime rate
Church Point
11.8 / 1k
Newport
28.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Church Point
75
Newport
173
Population
Church Point
1,066
Newport
9,659
Metric leadChurch Point 2Newport 71 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Church Point | Newport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.3/100 | 63.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.2/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 11.8 / 1k | 28.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 64 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 75 | 173 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 55 |
| Population | 1,066 | 9,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Church Point is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Newport is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Newport leans into coastal living, while Church Point feels more inland and suburban in character.
Church Point pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Newport is the better pick for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Newport, while Church Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.