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Northfield vs Oakden

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.3 km apart, on the same open data. Northfield scores higher on 1 of 10 measures.

NorthfieldOakden
Active1556
Safety1649
Wealth3033
Value3765
Parks2578
Cafés2868
Transit5439
Green space6171
Active & healthy4052
Schools nearby (OSM)5069
Median rent$307/wk $283/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$945,000$924,000
House sales this quarter1714
Population5,0433,583
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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 Northfield safer than Oakden?

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

Which is cheaper, Northfield or Oakden?

Oakden has the lower median house price of the two ($924,000 vs $945,000).

Should I live in Northfield or Oakden?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →