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Kurralta Park vs Marleston

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.8 km apart, on the same open data. Kurralta Park scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

Kurralta ParkMarleston
Active210
Safety3035
Wealth4529
Value7049
Parks184
Cafés9228
Transit9398
Green space5228
Active & healthy4128
Schools nearby (OSM)1628
Median rent$300/wk $290/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,481,000$1,065,000
House sales this quarter55
Population3,1391,950
Full profile Kurralta Park in full Marleston 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 Kurralta Park safer than Marleston?

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

Which is cheaper, Kurralta Park or Marleston?

Marleston has the lower median house price of the two ($1,065,000 vs $1,481,000).

Should I live in Kurralta Park or Marleston?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →