Mona Vale vs Newport
The verdict
Mona Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.77M versus $2.90M in Newport. Mona Vale rates higher for transport (50 vs 34). Mona Vale has a shorter estimated CBD commute (83 vs 90 min).
Scores
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 67 |
| Transport | 50 | 34 |
| Education | 75 | 79 |
| Liveability | 94 | 91 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,877 | 9,659 |
| Median age | 46 | 46 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,296 | $2,479 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.9% | 49.1% |
| Born in Australia | 71.3% | 74.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.6 |
Growth: Mona Vale Stable · Newport Stable
Property
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.77M | $2.90M |
| Median unit price | $1.57M | $1.28M |
| House price YoY | -4.8% | -0.8% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,400 | $1,597 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Days on market (house) | 43 | 46 |
Median price history
Safety
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 110 | 62 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 37 | 10 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 101 | 166 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,970 | 2,806 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,087 | 1,094 |
See the full school list on each profile: Mona Vale · Newport
Transport
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 50 | 34 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 75 | 35 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 83 | 90 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 15.1 km | 14.7 km |
Liveability
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.5°C | 25.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 6 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 34 | 22 |
| Parks | 23 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 9 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 103 | 12 |
| Medical GPs | 3 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 970 m | 600 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 23.7 km | 26.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 1.1 km | 790 m |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 10.6 km | 13.0 km |
Population & growth
| Mona Vale | Newport | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 10,877 | 9,659 |
| Estimated 2025 | 11,251 | 9,817 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,762 | 9,927 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.85% | 0.41% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Mona Vale or Newport?
Mona Vale and Newport have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Mona Vale or Newport?
Mona Vale is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.77M versus $2.90M.
Which has better schools, Mona Vale or Newport?
Newport has a higher average school ICSEA (Mona Vale 1087 vs Newport 1094; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Mona Vale or Newport?
Mona Vale has the higher transport score (Mona Vale 50/100 vs Newport 34/100).
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