Avalon Beach vs Newport — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Avalon Beach commands a $275K premium on median property price over Newport; Newport is $322/wk cheaper per week to rent; Avalon Beach has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Northern Beaches
Avalon Beach
2107
Northern Beaches
Newport
2106
MetricAvalon BeachNewport
Median house price$2.88M▲$2.60M
Median unit price$1.15M$1.33M▲
Median weekly rent$1200/wk▲$878/wk
Annual price growth+2.7%▲-6.1%
SEIFA advantage decile10/1010/10
Flood zone coverage——
Bushfire zone coverage22.4%13.4%▲
Schools in postcode3▲1
Choose Avalon Beach if...
School options within walking distance matter
Avalon Beach leads on 4 of the 6 head-to-head metrics
Choose Newport if...
You want a lower entry price for a house
You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
Common questions
Is Avalon Beach or Newport more expensive?
Avalon Beach has the higher median house price ($2.88M) compared with $2.60M in Newport.
Which is better for renters — Avalon Beach or Newport?
Median weekly rent is $1200/wk in Avalon Beach and $878/wk in Newport, making Newport the more affordable rental market.
Is Avalon Beach or Newport at higher flood risk?
Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
How many schools are in Avalon Beach vs Newport?
Avalon Beach has 3 schools in the postcode, and Newport has 1. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.