Overall score
Devonport
71.3/100
Ulverstone
50.3/100
Devonport vs Ulverstone, TAS suburb comparison
Devonport for retirees and families; Ulverstone for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DevonportUlverstone
Crime rate
Devonport
165.0 / 1k
Ulverstone
156.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Devonport
321
Ulverstone
11
Population
Devonport
14,481
Ulverstone
6,653
Metric leadDevonport 6Ulverstone 4across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesDevonport
- Best for familiesDevonport
- Best for investmentUlverstone
- Best for best valueDevonport
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 | Ulverstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.3/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.3/100 | 79.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 165.0 / 1k | 156.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 73 | 11 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 321 | 11 |
| Population | 14,481 | 6,653 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Devonport reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Ulverstone is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds.
On the data, Devonport is stronger for schools and education options and public transport access; Ulverstone answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Devonport suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Ulverstone is the stronger match for investors.