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Glenelg South vs Somerton Park

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.0 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg South scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

Glenelg SouthSomerton Park
Active5363
Safety5683
Wealth4352
Value3547
Parks4622
Cafés9484
Transit8039
Green space48
Active & healthy5251
Schools nearby (OSM)3778
Median rent$340/wk $335/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$4,575,000$2,420,000
House sales this quarter218
Population2,1845,811
Full profile Glenelg South in full Somerton Park 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 South safer than Somerton Park?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg South or Somerton Park?

Somerton Park has the lower median house price of the two ($2,420,000 vs $4,575,000).

Should I live in Glenelg South or Somerton Park?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →