Newport
Newport Property & Rent
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Newport Safety
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Includes assault, robbery, sexual offences, threats and intimidation - crimes directly harming personal safety
Includes burglary, vehicle theft, shoplifting, fraud, and property damage - the most common crime type
Includes drug possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and cultivation of illegal substances
Includes disturbing public order, unlawful weapon possession, harassment, and drunk and disorderly conduct
Includes breach of bail conditions, resist arrest, breach of community orders, and contempt of court
Includes environmental crimes, serious traffic violations, public health violations, and other uncategorised offences
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📍 About Newport
NEWPORT is located in Western Melbourne. The ABS 2021 Census records a population of 13,658 residents across the suburb, creating a density of 2728 people/km².
Property: Data Vic Q2 2025 shows Newport's median house price has reached $1.3M, representing impressive growth of 76% over the past 10 years. Units have also performed well, with a median price of $0.7M reflecting a 35% increase over the same period.
Education: VCAA 2025 VCE results highlight Bayside P-12 College as the local public option, ranked #167 among public schools. For families considering private education, nearby Emmanuel College offers another choice, ranked #195 among private schools.
Safety: Newport residents enjoy excellent security, with Crime Statistics Agency data from September 2025 showing a crime rate of 5477 per 100,000 people. This represents just 0.80x the Victorian average of 6810, making it a very safe area for families.
Demographics: The Chinese community makes up 3.10% of Newport's population, representing approximately 423 residents, indicating a smaller Chinese community within the suburb.
Transport: Newport offers convenient access to Melbourne's CBD, sitting approximately 11.5km away with an 18-minute car journey. Public transport users benefit from the local train station, which services both the Werribee line and Williamstown line.