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Marion vs Mitchell Park

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

MarionMitchell Park
Active6240
Safety4425
Wealth238
Value413
Parks7177
Cafés6628
Transit5780
Green space6464
Active & healthy6550
Schools nearby (OSM)8467
Median rent$355/wk $278/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,352,500$970,000
House sales this quarter118
Population4,1015,754
Full profile Marion in full Mitchell Park 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 Marion safer than Mitchell Park?

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

Which is cheaper, Marion or Mitchell Park?

Mitchell Park has the lower median house price of the two ($970,000 vs $1,352,500).

Should I live in Marion or Mitchell Park?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →