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Glenelg vs Glenelg East

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.4 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

GlenelgGlenelg East
Active7084
Safety369
Wealth3257
Value1066
Parks7672
Cafés10070
Transit9766
Green space3640
Active & healthy5157
Schools nearby (OSM)9267
Median rent$350/wk $325/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$2,775,000$1,860,000
House sales this quarter38
Population3,4403,855
Full profile Glenelg in full Glenelg East 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 safer than Glenelg East?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg or Glenelg East?

Glenelg East has the lower median house price of the two ($1,860,000 vs $2,775,000).

Should I live in Glenelg or Glenelg East?

Glenelg 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 or Glenelg East.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →