Overall score
Newport
69.7/100
Williamstown
69.5/100
Newport vs Williamstown, VIC suburb comparison
Newport for families and schools; Williamstown for beach lifestyle and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NewportWilliamstown
Crime rate
Newport
54.3 / 1k
Williamstown
80.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Newport
319
Williamstown
392
Population
Newport
13,658
Williamstown
14,407
Metric leadNewport 5Williamstown 51 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesNewport
- Best for beach lifestyleWilliamstown
- Best for best valueWilliamstown
- Best for best schoolsNewport
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 | Newport | Williamstown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.7/100 | 69.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.3 / 1k | 80.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 83 | 82 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 319 | 392 |
| Planning activity | 240 | 382 |
| Population | 13,658 | 14,407 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Newport is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Williamstown is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Williamstown is shaped by the coast, Newport offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Newport pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Williamstown is the better pick for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Newport the better fit, while people chasing a beach lifestyle and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Williamstown.