Overall score
Lymington
36.8/100
Port Huon
36.2/100
Lymington for retirees and families; Port Huon for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lymington
36.8/100
Port Huon
36.2/100
Crime rate
Lymington
4049.0 / 1k
Port Huon
2656.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lymington
0
Port Huon
7
Population
Lymington
319
Port Huon
492
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.
Lymington is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Port Huon is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe. Lymington leans into coastal living, while Port Huon feels more inland and suburban in character.
Lymington tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Port Huon stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Lymington sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Port Huon.
Lymington suits retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Port Huon is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.