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Clapham vs Lower Mitcham

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.1 km apart, on the same open data. Clapham scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

ClaphamLower Mitcham
Active4759
Safety9094
Wealth9586
Value9090
Parks2438
Cafés2828
Transit7581
Green space1220
Active & healthy3940
Schools nearby (OSM)8815
Median rent$395/wk $346/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,321,000$1,955,000
House sales this quarter59
Population1,6852,187
Full profile Clapham in full Lower Mitcham 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 Clapham safer than Lower Mitcham?

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

Which is cheaper, Clapham or Lower Mitcham?

Clapham has the lower median house price of the two ($1,321,000 vs $1,955,000).

Should I live in Clapham or Lower Mitcham?

Clapham scores higher on 2 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Clapham or Lower Mitcham.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →