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Glenelg East vs Glengowrie

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.5 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg East scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

Glenelg EastGlengowrie
Active8425
Safety6978
Wealth5772
Value6651
Parks7242
Cafés7028
Transit6657
Green space4060
Active & healthy5742
Schools nearby (OSM)6774
Median rent$325/wk $370/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,860,000$1,600,000
House sales this quarter821
Population3,8555,767
Full profile Glenelg East in full Glengowrie 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 Glengowrie?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg East or Glengowrie?

Glengowrie has the lower median house price of the two ($1,600,000 vs $1,860,000).

Should I live in Glenelg East or Glengowrie?

Glenelg East scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Glenelg East or Glengowrie.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →