Hamilton East vs Newcastle West
The verdict
Hamilton East is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.89M versus $2.85M in Newcastle West. Hamilton East rates higher for education (76 vs 71). Newcastle West rates higher for transport (98 vs 80). 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 | $1.89M | $2.85M |
| Median unit price | $671K | $825K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $780 | $735 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 32 | Data not available |
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) | 9,930 | 59,876 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hamilton East | Newcastle West | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,074 | 1,032 |
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) | Data not available | Data not available |
| 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?
Hamilton East is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.89M versus $2.85M.
Which has better schools, Hamilton East or Newcastle West?
Hamilton East has a higher average school ICSEA (Hamilton East 1074 vs Newcastle West 1032; 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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