Hamilton East vs Newcastle West
The verdict
Newcastle West is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.80M versus $2.16M in Hamilton East. Hamilton East rates higher for education (76 vs 71). Newcastle West rates higher for transport (98 vs 80). Newcastle West has a shorter estimated CBD commute (201 vs 249 min). On the separate residential safety score, Hamilton East rates higher (19 vs 5/100 in Newcastle West).
Scores
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 91 |
| Transport | 80 | 98 |
| Education | 76 | 71 |
| Liveability | 100 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 997 | 1,453 |
| Median age | 43 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,297 | $1,639 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 58.3% | 51.0% |
| Born in Australia | 85.0% | 71.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 1.7 |
Growth: Hamilton East Moderate Growth · Newcastle West High Growth
Property
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.16M | $1.80M |
| Median unit price | $671K | $854K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $785 | $690 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 33 | 28 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 19 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 401 | 619 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 502 | 826 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 201 | 1,239 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 9,127 | 53,476 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,096 | 1,052 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hamilton East · Newcastle West
Transport
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 80 | 98 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 8 | 27 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 1 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 201 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 570 m | 460 m |
Liveability
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 17 |
| Parks | 0 | 6 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 4 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.0 km | 1.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 116.8 km | 117.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.0 km | 1.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.6 km | 5.0 km |
Population & growth
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 997 | 1,453 |
| Estimated 2025 | 1,030 | 1,655 |
| Projected 2041 | 1,218 | 2,459 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.82% | 3.31% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hamilton East or Newcastle West?
Hamilton East has the higher residential safety score (Hamilton East 19/100 vs Newcastle West 5/100).
Which is more affordable, Hamilton East or Newcastle West?
Newcastle West is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.80M versus $2.16M.
Which has better schools, Hamilton East or Newcastle West?
Hamilton East has a higher average school ICSEA (Hamilton East 1096 vs Newcastle West 1052; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hamilton East or Newcastle West?
Newcastle West has the higher transport score (Hamilton East 80/100 vs Newcastle West 98/100).
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