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Glenside vs Glenunga

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.0 km apart, on the same open data. Glenside scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

GlensideGlenunga
Active6684
Safety2235
Wealth2279
Value1458
Parks9842
Cafés7428
Transit5538
Green space4930
Active & healthy6555
Schools nearby (OSM)8680
Median rent$326/wk $380/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$2,807,500$2,271,111
House sales this quarter212
Population2,8522,184
Full profile Glenside in full Glenunga 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 Glenside safer than Glenunga?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenside or Glenunga?

Glenunga has the lower median house price of the two ($2,271,111 vs $2,807,500).

Should I live in Glenside or Glenunga?

Glenside scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Glenside or Glenunga.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →