Overall score
Baynton
31.7/100
Pegs Creek
29.4/100
Baynton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Baynton
31.7/100
Pegs Creek
29.4/100
Crime rate
Baynton
1109.4 / 1k
Pegs Creek
2433.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Baynton
9
Pegs Creek
7
Population
Baynton
4,496
Pegs Creek
2,050
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 | Baynton | Pegs Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.7/100 | 29.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.9/100 | 9.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 1109.4 / 1k | 2433.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 4.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 7 |
| Population | 4,496 | 2,050 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Baynton reads as a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds; Pegs Creek is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Baynton tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Pegs Creek stands out for walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Baynton, while Pegs Creek remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.