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Camden Park vs Novar Gardens

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.0 km apart, on the same open data. Camden Park scores higher on 2 of 9 measures.

Camden ParkNovar Gardens
Active376
Safety6228
Wealth2734
Parks2892
Cafés2872
Transit8651
Green space4064
Active & healthy2874
Schools nearby (OSM)2864
Median rent$305/wk $165/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,182,500$1,485,000
House sales this quarter66
Population3,3382,508
Full profile Camden Park in full Novar Gardens 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 Camden Park safer than Novar Gardens?

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

Which is cheaper, Camden Park or Novar Gardens?

Camden Park has the lower median house price of the two ($1,182,500 vs $1,485,000).

Should I live in Camden Park or Novar Gardens?

Camden Park scores higher on 2 of 9 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Camden Park or Novar Gardens.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →