Overall score
Hamilton
53.3/100
Newstead
49.7/100
Hamilton vs Newstead, QLD Suburb Comparison
Hamilton for retirees; Newstead for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HamiltonNewstead
Crime rate
Hamilton
80.8 / 1k
Newstead
334.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton
282
Newstead
163
Population
Hamilton
8,922
Newstead
7,496
Metric leadHamilton 8Newstead 22 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Newstead |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.3/100 | 49.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.9/100 | 51.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.8 / 1k | 334.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 27 | 9 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 68.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 282 | 163 |
| Green cover | 3.7% | 7.6% |
| Population | 8,922 | 7,496 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Hamilton is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Newstead is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Hamilton pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, whereas Newstead is the better pick for housing affordability.
Hamilton suits retirees more clearly, whereas Newstead is the stronger match for investors and households prioritising schools.
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.