Those tyres look pretty standard for the sort of commuting I do. Lots of upright riding, not much opportunity to wring its neck. Back flattening off - probably more than you think because there is no tread in the centre, so the tread lines tend to get shorter without you noticing. Front flattening off halfway around each side. I've always believed that rear tyre (and chain) life has a lot to do with how hard you are on the throttle (all other factors being equal). So I tend to get similar mileage top you and always try to change them as a pair.
I've also found that squared off tyres affect the handling quite a bit, but you only really notice when you get new ones. Worn tyres tend to make my bikes want to drop into a corner, and they get deflected off road imperfections (e.g. cats eyes) a lot more .
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