Overall score
Lutwyche
57.2/100
Newmarket
64.6/100
Lutwyche for investment and value; Newmarket for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lutwyche
57.2/100
Newmarket
64.6/100
Crime rate
Lutwyche
51.4 / 1k
Newmarket
37.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lutwyche
174
Newmarket
186
Population
Lutwyche
4,610
Newmarket
5,083
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Lutwyche reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Newmarket is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Lutwyche pulls ahead on housing affordability, whereas Newmarket is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Lutwyche suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Newmarket is the stronger match for retirees and families.