Overall score
Mona Vale
74.8/100
Newport
63.6/100
Mona Vale vs Newport, NSW suburb comparison
Mona Vale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Mona ValeNewport
Crime rate
Mona Vale
27.8 / 1k
Newport
28.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mona Vale
619
Newport
173
Population
Mona Vale
10,877
Newport
9,659
Metric leadMona Vale 9Newport 02 tiedacross 11 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 | Mona Vale | Newport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74.8/100 | 63.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.4/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.8 / 1k | 28.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 20 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 137 | 64 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 619 | 173 |
| Planning activity | 54 | 55 |
| Population | 10,877 | 9,659 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Mona Vale reads as a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone; Newport is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Mona Vale sits near both coast and city, whereas Newport is firmly coastal.
Mona Vale pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Newport is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mona Vale, while Newport remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.