Overall score
Devonport
71.3/100
Hobart
66.3/100
Devonport for investment and value; Hobart for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
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
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
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.