Overall score
Aireys Inlet
34.3/100
Anglesea
37.6/100
Aireys Inlet for families and beach lifestyle; Anglesea for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aireys Inlet
34.3/100
Anglesea
37.6/100
Crime rate
Aireys Inlet
15.2 / 1k
Anglesea
33.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aireys Inlet
21
Anglesea
1
Population
Aireys Inlet
979
Anglesea
3,208
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aireys Inlet | Anglesea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.3/100 | 37.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.0/100 | 16.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 15.2 / 1k | 33.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 5 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 111 | 231 |
| Population | 979 | 3,208 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Aireys Inlet is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Anglesea is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Aireys Inlet tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Anglesea stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Aireys Inlet the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Anglesea.