Overall score
Aireys Inlet
51.3/100
Fairhaven
42.4/100
Aireys Inlet vs Fairhaven, VIC Suburb Comparison
Aireys Inlet for retirees and families; Fairhaven for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Aireys InletFairhaven
Crime rate
Aireys Inlet
14.1 / 1k
Fairhaven
20.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aireys Inlet
35
Fairhaven
13
Population
Aireys Inlet
979
Fairhaven
390
Metric leadAireys Inlet 6Fairhaven 23 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAireys Inlet
- Best for familiesAireys Inlet
- Best for beach lifestyleAireys Inlet
- Best for best valueFairhaven
- Best for best schoolsAireys Inlet
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aireys Inlet | Fairhaven |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.3/100 | 42.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 42.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.1 / 1k | 20.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 2 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 13 |
| Planning activity | 111 | 45 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 979 | 390 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Aireys Inlet is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Fairhaven is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Aireys Inlet tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Fairhaven stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Aireys Inlet the better fit, while retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Fairhaven.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.