Overall score
Newcastle
63.4/100
Stockton
41.3/100
Newcastle vs Stockton, NSW suburb comparison
Newcastle for retirees and families; Stockton for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NewcastleStockton
Crime rate
Newcastle
217.8 / 1k
Stockton
55.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Newcastle
673
Stockton
80
Population
Newcastle
3,852
Stockton
4,046
Metric leadNewcastle 7Stockton 4across 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 | Stockton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.4/100 | 41.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 22.3/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 217.8 / 1k | 55.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 70 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 673 | 80 |
| Planning activity | 26 | 47 |
| Population | 3,852 | 4,046 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Newcastle is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, and Stockton is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Newcastle tends to lead on parks and reserves and walkability, while Stockton stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Newcastle suits retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Stockton is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.