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Hillcrest vs Oakden

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.2 km apart, on the same open data. Hillcrest scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

HillcrestOakden
Active3656
Safety2349
Wealth4933
Value5765
Parks8878
Cafés2868
Transit5539
Green space7271
Active & healthy5052
Schools nearby (OSM)6569
Median rent$319/wk $283/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$989,250$924,000
House sales this quarter1114
Population3,6593,583
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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 Oakden?

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

Which is cheaper, Hillcrest or Oakden?

Oakden has the lower median house price of the two ($924,000 vs $989,250).

Should I live in Hillcrest or Oakden?

Hillcrest scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Hillcrest or Oakden.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →