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Pasadena vs St Marys

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 0.7 km apart, on the same open data. Pasadena scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

PasadenaSt Marys
Active3624
Safety3514
Wealth2437
Value1269
Parks9487
Cafés7072
Transit2560
Green space8182
Active & healthy6358
Schools nearby (OSM)3644
Median rent$333/wk $285/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$1,230,750$1,056,250
House sales this quarter158
Population3,0733,010
Full profile Pasadena in full St Marys 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 Pasadena safer than St Marys?

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

Which is cheaper, Pasadena or St Marys?

St Marys has the lower median house price of the two ($1,056,250 vs $1,230,750).

Should I live in Pasadena or St Marys?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →