Overall score
Aireys Inlet
34.3/100
Fairhaven
31.7/100
Aireys Inlet vs Fairhaven, VIC suburb comparison
Aireys Inlet for families and schools; Fairhaven for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Aireys InletFairhaven
Crime rate
Aireys Inlet
15.2 / 1k
Fairhaven
10.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aireys Inlet
21
Fairhaven
13
Population
Aireys Inlet
979
Fairhaven
390
Metric leadAireys Inlet 5Fairhaven 4across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesFairhaven
- Best for familiesAireys Inlet
- Best for investmentFairhaven
- 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 | 34.3/100 | 31.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.0/100 | 45.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 15.2 / 1k | 10.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 2 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 13 |
| Planning activity | 111 | 45 |
| 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 and walkability, while Fairhaven stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Aireys Inlet the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Fairhaven.