Overall score
Hamilton North
43.0/100
Newcastle West
55.2/100
Hamilton North vs Newcastle West, NSW Suburb Comparison
Hamilton North for investment and value; Newcastle West for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Hamilton NorthNewcastle West
Crime rate
Hamilton North
306.8 / 1k
Newcastle West
551.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton North
35
Newcastle West
238
Population
Hamilton North
934
Newcastle West
1,453
Metric leadHamilton North 4Newcastle West 81 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNewcastle West
- Best for familiesNewcastle West
- Best for investmentHamilton North
- Best for best valueHamilton North
- Best for best schoolsNewcastle West
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 | Hamilton North | Newcastle West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.0/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.6/100 | 47.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 306.8 / 1k | 551.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 59 |
| Walkability | 30.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 238 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 15 |
| Green cover | 10.2% | 20.5% |
| Population | 934 | 1,453 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Hamilton North is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Newcastle West is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Hamilton North sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Newcastle West is in a middle-ring position.
Hamilton North tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Newcastle West stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Hamilton North, while Newcastle West remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.