Overall score
Newcastle
63.4/100
Geelong
69.4/100
Newcastle vs Geelong suburb comparison (NSW vs VIC)
Newcastle for retirees and families; Geelong for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NewcastleGeelong
Crime rate
Newcastle
217.8 / 1k
Geelong
664.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Newcastle
673
Geelong
1,403
Population
Newcastle
3,852
Geelong
5,811
Metric leadNewcastle 4Geelong 61 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 | Newcastle | Geelong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.4/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 22.3/100 | 41.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 217.8 / 1k | 664.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 51 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 673 | 1,403 |
| Planning activity | 26 | 222 |
| Population | 3,852 | 5,811 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Newcastle (NSW) is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Geelong (VIC) is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone. Newcastle sits on a more distant stretch of coast, whereas Geelong is firmly coastal.
Newcastle pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas Geelong is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Newcastle suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Geelong is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.