Newport and Williamstown are neighbouring bayside suburbs in Melbourne’s inner west. Both share the Newport railway station, Hobsons Bay waterfront and strong lifestyle demand from buyers seeking bayside living under $1.5 million.
Median Price Comparison
| Metric | Newport | Williamstown |
|---|---|---|
| Median House Price | $1,150,000 | $1,280,000 |
| Median Unit Price | $630,000 | $680,000 |
| Gross House Yield | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Gross Unit Yield | 3.9% | 3.6% |
| 5-Year Growth | 41% | 38% |
| GeeVee Score | 7.7/10 | 7.6/10 |
Which Suburb Wins?
Newport wins on capital growth (41% vs 38%), yield and entry price. Williamstown wins on prestige, heritage stock and bay frontage. Newport represents the better value entry into Melbourne’s inner west bayside market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newport a good investment suburb?
Newport’s 41% five-year growth, bayside lifestyle, Newport railway station and entry price below $1.2 million make it one of Melbourne’s strongest inner west bayside investment picks.
Is Newport cheaper than Williamstown?
Newport’s median house price of $1,150,000 is below Williamstown’s $1,280,000, offering a $130,000 entry price advantage with similar lifestyle and infrastructure characteristics.
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