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Glenalta vs Hawthorndene

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Glenalta scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

GlenaltaHawthorndene
Active2153
Safety10098
Wealth8289
Value6676
Parks8024
Cafés2865
Transit9314
Green space7864
Active & healthy3861
Schools nearby (OSM)2545
Median rent$380/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,230,000$1,140,000
House sales this quarter512
Population2,0393,389
Full profile Glenalta in full Hawthorndene 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 Glenalta safer than Hawthorndene?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenalta or Hawthorndene?

Hawthorndene has the lower median house price of the two ($1,140,000 vs $1,230,000).

Should I live in Glenalta or Hawthorndene?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →