Overall score
Hobart
60.0/100
Launceston
59.3/100
Hobart vs Launceston, TAS Suburb Comparison
Hobart for investment and schools; Launceston for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HobartLaunceston
Crime rate
Hobart
87.2 / 1k
Launceston
120.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hobart
1,022
Launceston
794
Population
Hobart
3,390
Launceston
3,110
Metric leadHobart 7Launceston 23 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLaunceston
- Best for investmentHobart
- Best for best valueLaunceston
- Best for best schoolsHobart
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 | Hobart | Launceston |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.0/100 | 59.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.2/100 | 56.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.2 / 1k | 120.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 52 | 48 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,022 | 794 |
| Green cover | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| Population | 3,390 | 3,110 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Hobart reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Launceston is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience. Hobart sits closer to the city centre, whereas Launceston is more regionally self-contained.
Hobart tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Launceston stands out for housing affordability and overall desirability. On housing, Hobart sits in a affordable band, compared with a gently premium feel in Launceston.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Launceston, while Hobart 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.