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McLaren Flat vs Onkaparinga Hills

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 8.3 km apart, on the same open data. McLaren Flat scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

McLaren FlatOnkaparinga Hills
Active4684
Safety9995
Wealth8987
Value9279
Parks1653
Cafés2828
Transit12
Green space4660
Active & healthy5465
Schools nearby (OSM)1010
Median rent$350/wk $385/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$935,000$988,000
House sales this quarter910
Population1,6252,610
Full profile McLaren Flat in full Onkaparinga Hills 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 McLaren Flat safer than Onkaparinga Hills?

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

Which is cheaper, McLaren Flat or Onkaparinga Hills?

McLaren Flat has the lower median house price of the two ($935,000 vs $988,000).

Should I live in McLaren Flat or Onkaparinga Hills?

McLaren Flat scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for McLaren Flat or Onkaparinga Hills.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →