Overall score
Dynnyrne
41.7/100
West Hobart
59.0/100
Dynnyrne vs West Hobart, TAS suburb comparison
Dynnyrne for investment; West Hobart for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DynnyrneWest Hobart
Crime rate
Dynnyrne
2913.9 / 1k
West Hobart
690.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dynnyrne
36
West Hobart
114
Population
Dynnyrne
1,633
West Hobart
6,525
Metric leadDynnyrne 1West Hobart 9across 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 retireesWest Hobart
- Best for investmentDynnyrne
- Best for best valueWest Hobart
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 | Dynnyrne | West Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.7/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.7/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 2913.9 / 1k | 690.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 26 |
| Walkability | 7.5/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 36 | 114 |
| Population | 1,633 | 6,525 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dynnyrne is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and West Hobart is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. West Hobart sits among greener hillside streets, while Dynnyrne keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Dynnyrne pulls ahead on housing affordability, whereas West Hobart is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Investors may find Dynnyrne the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer West Hobart.