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Glenelg vs Glenelg South

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.9 km apart, on the same open data. Glenelg scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

GlenelgGlenelg South
Active7053
Safety356
Wealth3243
Value1035
Parks7646
Cafés10094
Transit9780
Green space364
Active & healthy5152
Schools nearby (OSM)9237
Median rent$350/wk $340/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$2,775,000$4,575,000
House sales this quarter32
Population3,4402,184
Full profile Glenelg in full Glenelg South 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 South?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenelg or Glenelg South?

Glenelg has the lower median house price of the two ($2,775,000 vs $4,575,000).

Should I live in Glenelg or Glenelg South?

Glenelg 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 or Glenelg South.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →