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Bowden vs West Hindmarsh

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.6 km apart, on the same open data. Bowden scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

BowdenWest Hindmarsh
Active2612
Safety1737
Wealth5253
Value1364
Parks7274
Cafés9528
Transit4141
Green space6227
Active & healthy4729
Schools nearby (OSM)2556
Median rent$390/wk $320/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,225,000$1,457,500
House sales this quarter52
Population1,8081,560
Full profile Bowden in full West Hindmarsh in full

Scores are percentiles across all 274 Adelaide suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Bowden safer than West Hindmarsh?

West Hindmarsh scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Bowden or West Hindmarsh?

Bowden has the lower median house price of the two ($1,225,000 vs $1,457,500).

Should I live in Bowden or West Hindmarsh?

Bowden scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Bowden or West Hindmarsh.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →