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Hillcrest vs Lightsview

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.6 km apart, on the same open data. Hillcrest scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

HillcrestLightsview
Active369
Safety2351
Wealth4978
Value5744
Parks8879
Cafés2880
Transit5527
Green space7266
Active & healthy5044
Schools nearby (OSM)6534
Median rent$319/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$989,250$850,000
House sales this quarter1132
Population3,6596,090
Full profile Hillcrest in full Lightsview 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 Hillcrest safer than Lightsview?

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

Which is cheaper, Hillcrest or Lightsview?

Lightsview has the lower median house price of the two ($850,000 vs $989,250).

Should I live in Hillcrest or Lightsview?

Hillcrest scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Hillcrest or Lightsview.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →