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Parkside vs Unley

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.7 km apart, on the same open data. Parkside scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

ParksideUnley
Active1629
Safety5826
Wealth8584
Value6582
Parks4062
Cafés2897
Transit7167
Green space5255
Active & healthy3555
Schools nearby (OSM)4170
Median rent$395/wk $372/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,755,000$3,051,000
House sales this quarter125
Population5,1263,997
Full profile Parkside in full Unley 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 Parkside safer than Unley?

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

Which is cheaper, Parkside or Unley?

Parkside has the lower median house price of the two ($1,755,000 vs $3,051,000).

Should I live in Parkside or Unley?

Parkside scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Parkside or Unley.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →