Overall score
Highton
77.3/100
Newtown
73.6/100
Highton vs Newtown, VIC suburb comparison
Highton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HightonNewtown
Crime rate
Highton
24.2 / 1k
Newtown
—
Nearby amenities
Highton
474
Newtown
721
Population
Highton
20,736
Newtown
10,445
Metric leadHighton 6Newtown 4across 10 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 | Highton | Newtown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77.3/100 | 73.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.6/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 24.2 / 1k | — |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 22 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 74 | 51 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 474 | 721 |
| Planning activity | 109 | 210 |
| Population | 20,736 | 10,445 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Highton is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Newtown is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Highton tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Newtown stands out for schools and education options and walkability.
On balance, value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Highton, while Newtown remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.