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Glenelg North vs West Beach

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 2.4 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg North scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

Glenelg NorthWest Beach
Active5247
Safety5170
Wealth5765
Value7281
Parks6826
Cafés6163
Transit3827
Green space5020
Active & healthy5444
Schools nearby (OSM)4818
Median rent$320/wk $320/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,593,000$1,808,000
House sales this quarter1424
Population6,5945,175
Full profile Glenelg North in full West Beach 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 North safer than West Beach?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg North or West Beach?

Glenelg North has the lower median house price of the two ($1,593,000 vs $1,808,000).

Should I live in Glenelg North or West Beach?

Glenelg North 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 North or West Beach.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →