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Newstead, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Newstead is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 820. Elevation: 738 ft (225 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
820 Population
738 ft Elevation 225 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population820
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population820
Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates-37.1060°, 144.0647°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (658 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Newstead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newstead receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Newstead offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Newstead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Newstead has a population of 820. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

820
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Newstead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Newstead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newstead is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Newstead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Newstead, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Newstead vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Newstead enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.9 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Coordinates-37.1060°N, 144.0647°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 1.6 in Warmest
February 69°F (20°C) 1.4 in
March 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in Driest
April 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Coldest
July 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
August 47°F (9°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
November 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in

Newstead has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 47°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Newstead

What is the population of Newstead?

Newstead has a population of 820 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Newstead expensive to live in?

Newstead is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Newstead?

Newstead enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Newstead?

Newstead has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Newstead?

35.0% of adults in Newstead hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Newstead?

The obesity rate in Newstead is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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