Overall score
Newport
55.5/100
Redcliffe
66.5/100
Newport for retirees and investment; Redcliffe for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Newport
55.5/100
Redcliffe
66.5/100
Crime rate
Newport
46.5 / 1k
Redcliffe
46.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Newport
155
Redcliffe
365
Population
Newport
5,964
Redcliffe
10,460
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.
Newport reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; Redcliffe is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Newport pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Redcliffe is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access. On housing, Newport sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Redcliffe.
Newport suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Redcliffe is the stronger match for families and people chasing a beach lifestyle.