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Edwardstown vs Melrose Park

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.0 km apart, on the same open data. Edwardstown scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

EdwardstownMelrose Park
Active4444
Safety424
Wealth2147
Value5230
Parks1682
Cafés2892
Transit8985
Green space826
Active & healthy2543
Schools nearby (OSM)4252
Median rent$275/wk $350/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$955,000$1,247,500
House sales this quarter2313
Population4,5142,319
Full profile Edwardstown in full Melrose Park 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 Edwardstown safer than Melrose Park?

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

Which is cheaper, Edwardstown or Melrose Park?

Edwardstown has the lower median house price of the two ($955,000 vs $1,247,500).

Should I live in Edwardstown or Melrose Park?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →