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McLaren Vale vs Old Noarlunga

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 5.3 km apart, on the same open data. McLaren Vale scores higher on 1 of 10 measures.

McLaren ValeOld Noarlunga
Active4848
Safety7111
Wealth1836
Value847
Parks2432
Cafés7882
Transit26
Green space5176
Active & healthy6568
Schools nearby (OSM)1962
Median rent$328/wk $305/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,035,000$899,000
House sales this quarter148
Population4,0611,531
Full profile McLaren Vale in full Old Noarlunga 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 Vale safer than Old Noarlunga?

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

Which is cheaper, McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?

Old Noarlunga has the lower median house price of the two ($899,000 vs $1,035,000).

Should I live in McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga?

McLaren Vale scores higher on 1 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for McLaren Vale or Old Noarlunga.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →