Overall score
Fairhaven
42.4/100
Gherang
53.6/100
Fairhaven vs Gherang, VIC Suburb Comparison
Fairhaven for families and beach lifestyle; Gherang for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FairhavenGherang
Crime rate
Fairhaven
20.3 / 1k
Gherang
8.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fairhaven
13
Gherang
1
Population
Fairhaven
390
Gherang
391
Metric leadFairhaven 3Gherang 61 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Fairhaven | Gherang |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.4/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.3 / 1k | 8.0 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 45 | 12 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 14.3% |
| Population | 390 | 391 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Fairhaven is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Gherang is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Where Fairhaven is shaped by the coast, Gherang offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Fairhaven is stronger for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Gherang answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability.
Fairhaven suits people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Gherang is the stronger match for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.