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Maylands vs Norwood

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

MaylandsNorwood
Active3050
Safety5028
Wealth7366
Value8027
Parks6464
Cafés2898
Transit7070
Green space5930
Active & healthy4559
Schools nearby (OSM)3481
Median rent$338/wk $390/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,810,000$2,157,500
House sales this quarter314
Population1,5086,354
Full profile Maylands in full Norwood 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 Maylands safer than Norwood?

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

Which is cheaper, Maylands or Norwood?

Maylands has the lower median house price of the two ($1,810,000 vs $2,157,500).

Should I live in Maylands or Norwood?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →