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Glenelg East vs Novar Gardens

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg East scores higher on 5 of 9 measures.

Glenelg EastNovar Gardens
Active8476
Safety6928
Wealth5734
Parks7292
Cafés7072
Transit6651
Green space4064
Active & healthy5774
Schools nearby (OSM)6764
Median rent$325/wk $165/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,860,000$1,485,000
House sales this quarter86
Population3,8552,508
Full profile Glenelg East in full Novar Gardens 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 Novar Gardens?

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 Novar Gardens?

Novar Gardens has the lower median house price of the two ($1,485,000 vs $1,860,000).

Should I live in Glenelg East or Novar Gardens?

Glenelg East scores higher on 5 of 9 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Glenelg East or Novar Gardens.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →