Overall score
Sandy Bay
59.5/100
South Hobart
50.2/100
Sandy Bay vs South Hobart, TAS suburb comparison
Sandy Bay for families and schools; South Hobart for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Sandy BaySouth Hobart
Crime rate
Sandy Bay
386.4 / 1k
South Hobart
837.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sandy Bay
357
South Hobart
93
Population
Sandy Bay
12,315
South Hobart
5,886
Metric leadSandy Bay 9South Hobart 1across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesSandy Bay
- Best for investmentSouth Hobart
- Best for best valueSouth Hobart
- Best for best schoolsSandy Bay
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 | Sandy Bay | South Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.5/100 | 50.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 12.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 386.4 / 1k | 837.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 83 | 74 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 357 | 93 |
| Population | 12,315 | 5,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Sandy Bay is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks, while South Hobart is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
On the data, Sandy Bay is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; South Hobart answers with housing affordability.
Sandy Bay suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas South Hobart is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.