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Northgate vs Walkley Heights

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.5 km apart, on the same open data. Northgate scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

NorthgateWalkley Heights
Active28
Safety7577
Wealth9169
Value8545
Parks9268
Cafés2828
Transit3251
Green space8094
Active & healthy3845
Schools nearby (OSM)4712
Median rent$395/wk $370/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,250,000$1,100,000
House sales this quarter96
Population3,1843,513
Full profile Northgate in full Walkley Heights 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 Northgate safer than Walkley Heights?

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

Which is cheaper, Northgate or Walkley Heights?

Walkley Heights has the lower median house price of the two ($1,100,000 vs $1,250,000).

Should I live in Northgate or Walkley Heights?

Northgate scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Northgate or Walkley Heights.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →