Lymington vs Port Huon, TAS suburb comparison

Lymington for retirees and families; Port Huon for investment and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

LymingtonPort Huon

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

Metric leadLymington 2Port Huon 5across 7 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryLymingtonPort Huon
Overall score36.8/10036.2/100
Housing (desirability)39.7/10047.1/100
Crime rate4049.0 / 1k2656.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools1
Public transport stops4
Walkability0.0/1008.0/100
Nearby amenities07
Population319492
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)7/103/10

Comparison summary

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.

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