Overall score
Newstead
65.2/100
West Launceston
58.1/100
Newstead vs West Launceston, TAS suburb comparison
Newstead for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NewsteadWest Launceston
Crime rate
Newstead
1497.2 / 1k
West Launceston
1978.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Newstead
169
West Launceston
80
Population
Newstead
5,617
West Launceston
4,316
Metric leadNewstead 8West Launceston 11 tiedacross 10 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 | Newstead | West Launceston |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.2/100 | 58.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.9/100 | 68.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 1497.2 / 1k | 1978.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 18 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 169 | 80 |
| Population | 5,617 | 4,316 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Newstead is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and West Launceston is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Newstead is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; West Launceston answers with housing affordability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Newstead, while West Launceston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.