Overall score
Howrah
72.4/100
Mornington
50.5/100
Howrah vs Mornington, TAS suburb comparison
Howrah for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HowrahMornington
Crime rate
Howrah
330.2 / 1k
Mornington
1456.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Howrah
304
Mornington
82
Population
Howrah
9,545
Mornington
2,469
Metric leadHowrah 8Mornington 02 tiedacross 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 | Howrah | Mornington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.4/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 330.2 / 1k | 1456.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 71 | 37 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 304 | 82 |
| Population | 9,545 | 2,469 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Howrah is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks, and Mornington is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap. Howrah sits among greener hillside streets, while Mornington keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Howrah tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Mornington stands out for excellent public transport and relatively affordable housing. On housing, Howrah sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Mornington.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Howrah, while Mornington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.