Devonport vs Hobart, TAS suburb comparison

Devonport for investment and value; Hobart for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

DevonportHobart

Overall score

Devonport

71.3/100

Hobart

66.3/100

Crime rate

Devonport

165.0 / 1k

Hobart

1353.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Devonport

321

Hobart

999

Population

Devonport

14,481

Hobart

3,390

Metric leadDevonport 5Hobart 32 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.

CategoryDevonportHobart
Overall score71.3/10066.3/100
Housing (desirability)73.3/1004.0/100
Crime rate165.0 / 1k1353.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools1010
Parks & reserves410
Public transport stops7352
Walkability100.0/100100.0/100
Nearby amenities321999
Population14,4813,390
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)1/108/10

Comparison summary

Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Hobart is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Devonport sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Hobart is closer to the city centre.

Devonport tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Hobart stands out for parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities.

Devonport suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Hobart is the stronger match for retirees and households prioritising schools.

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