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Highgate vs Malvern

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.9 km apart, on the same open data. Highgate scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

HighgateMalvern
Active8372
Safety9740
Wealth9199
Value9398
Parks44
Cafés2890
Transit7680
Green space1010
Active & healthy5058
Schools nearby (OSM)9274
Median rent$360/wk $380/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,973,000$2,410,000
House sales this quarter73
Population1,5042,713
Full profile Highgate in full Malvern 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 Highgate safer than Malvern?

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

Which is cheaper, Highgate or Malvern?

Highgate has the lower median house price of the two ($1,973,000 vs $2,410,000).

Should I live in Highgate or Malvern?

Highgate scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Highgate or Malvern.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →