Overall score
Hastings
64.9/100
Tyabb
69.5/100
Hastings for investment; Tyabb for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hastings
64.9/100
Tyabb
69.5/100
Crime rate
Hastings
163.5 / 1k
Tyabb
48.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hastings
287
Tyabb
64
Population
Hastings
10,369
Tyabb
3,449
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 | Hastings | Tyabb |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.9/100 | 69.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 89.7/100 | 82.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 163.5 / 1k | 48.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 20 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 20 |
| Walkability | 73.0/100 | 69.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 287 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 123 | 62 |
| Population | 10,369 | 3,449 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 6/10 |
Put side by side, Hastings is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Tyabb is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Hastings is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Tyabb answers with a quieter safety profile and overall desirability. Hastings generally means more approachable housing costs, while Tyabb leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Hastings if you are weighing investors; lean toward Tyabb for retirees and families.