Overall score
Haynes
38.7/100
Piara Waters
60.2/100
Piara Waters for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Haynes
38.7/100
Piara Waters
60.2/100
Crime rate
Haynes
4374.5 / 1k
Piara Waters
654.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Haynes
17
Piara Waters
191
Population
Haynes
2,417
Piara Waters
15,029
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 | Haynes | Piara Waters |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.7/100 | 60.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 4374.5 / 1k | 654.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 32 |
| Walkability | 24.0/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 191 |
| Population | 2,417 | 15,029 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Haynes is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Piara Waters is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Haynes sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Piara Waters is in a middle-ring position.
Haynes tends to lead on improving crime trends and good access to parks, while Piara Waters stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Piara Waters, while Haynes remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.