Overall score
Devonport
71.3/100
East Devonport
42.8/100
Devonport vs East Devonport, TAS suburb comparison
Devonport for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DevonportEast Devonport
Crime rate
Devonport
165.0 / 1k
East Devonport
529.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Devonport
321
East Devonport
16
Population
Devonport
14,481
East Devonport
4,384
Metric leadDevonport 9East Devonport 01 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 | Devonport | East Devonport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.3/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.3/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 165.0 / 1k | 529.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 73 | 24 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 321 | 16 |
| Population | 14,481 | 4,384 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and East Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Devonport pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas East Devonport is the better pick for well-served by public transport and relatively affordable housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Devonport, while East Devonport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.