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Marion vs Oaklands Park

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.8 km apart, on the same open data. Marion scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

MarionOaklands Park
Active6254
Safety441
Wealth2311
Value47
Parks7161
Cafés6690
Transit5774
Green space6462
Active & healthy6555
Schools nearby (OSM)8430
Median rent$355/wk $300/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,352,500$955,000
House sales this quarter119
Population4,1013,948
Full profile Marion in full Oaklands 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 Oaklands 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 Oaklands Park?

Oaklands Park has the lower median house price of the two ($955,000 vs $1,352,500).

Should I live in Marion or Oaklands Park?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →