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Morphett Vale vs Onkaparinga Hills

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 3.6 km apart, on the same open data. They split the measures evenly.

Morphett ValeOnkaparinga Hills
Active6284
Safety3995
Wealth1187
Value879
Parks8653
Cafés6228
Transit222
Green space8260
Active & healthy6465
Schools nearby (OSM)7810
Median rent$295/wk $385/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$824,000$988,000
House sales this quarter12310
Population24,0022,610
Full profile Morphett Vale 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 Morphett Vale safer than Onkaparinga Hills?

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

Which is cheaper, Morphett Vale or Onkaparinga Hills?

Morphett Vale has the lower median house price of the two ($824,000 vs $988,000).

Should I live in Morphett Vale or Onkaparinga Hills?

They split the measures evenly across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Morphett Vale or Onkaparinga Hills.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →