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Glenelg East vs Glenelg South

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.5 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg East scores higher on 8 of 10 measures.

Glenelg EastGlenelg South
Active8453
Safety6956
Wealth5743
Value6635
Parks7246
Cafés7094
Transit6680
Green space404
Active & healthy5752
Schools nearby (OSM)6737
Median rent$325/wk $340/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,860,000$4,575,000
House sales this quarter82
Population3,8552,184
Full profile Glenelg East in full Glenelg South 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 Glenelg East safer than Glenelg South?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg East or Glenelg South?

Glenelg East has the lower median house price of the two ($1,860,000 vs $4,575,000).

Should I live in Glenelg East or Glenelg South?

Glenelg East scores higher on 8 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Glenelg East or Glenelg South.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →