Devonport vs Leith, TAS suburb comparison

Devonport for families and investment; Leith for retirees and beach lifestyle.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

DevonportLeith

Overall score

Devonport

71.3/100

Leith

31.1/100

Crime rate

Devonport

165.0 / 1k

Leith

4635.2 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Devonport

321

Leith

2

Population

Devonport

14,481

Leith

504

Metric leadDevonport 7Leith 1across 8 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryDevonportLeith
Overall score71.3/10031.1/100
Housing (desirability)73.3/10058.5/100
Crime rate165.0 / 1k4635.2 / 1k
Schools & preschools10
Parks & reserves41
Public transport stops73
Walkability100.0/1001.5/100
Nearby amenities3212
Population14,481504
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)1/107/10

Comparison summary

Devonport is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Leith is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Leith is shaped by the coast, Devonport offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.

On the data, Devonport is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Leith answers with stronger socioeconomic advantage. Devonport generally means more approachable housing costs, while Leith leans toward more mid-market housing value.

Devonport suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Leith is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle.

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