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Mitchell Park vs Oaklands Park

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.6 km apart, on the same open data. Mitchell Park scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

Mitchell ParkOaklands Park
Active4054
Safety251
Wealth811
Value137
Parks7761
Cafés2890
Transit8074
Green space6462
Active & healthy5055
Schools nearby (OSM)6730
Median rent$278/wk $300/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$970,000$955,000
House sales this quarter89
Population5,7543,948
Full profile Mitchell Park 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 Mitchell Park safer than Oaklands Park?

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

Which is cheaper, Mitchell Park or Oaklands Park?

Oaklands Park has the lower median house price of the two ($955,000 vs $970,000).

Should I live in Mitchell Park or Oaklands Park?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →