Overall score
Hobart
66.3/100
New Town
65.3/100
Hobart vs New Town, TAS suburb comparison
New Town for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HobartNew Town
Crime rate
Hobart
1353.0 / 1k
New Town
745.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hobart
999
New Town
237
Population
Hobart
3,390
New Town
6,781
Metric leadHobart 6New Town 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.
Comparison summary
Hobart is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while New Town is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hobart is stronger for parks and reserves and walkability; New Town answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Hobart sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in New Town.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer New Town, while Hobart remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.