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Royal Park vs West Lakes Shore

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.9 km apart, on the same open data. Royal Park scores higher on 1 of 10 measures.

Royal ParkWest Lakes Shore
Active4174
Safety3159
Wealth2867
Value1928
Parks5899
Cafés7383
Transit7529
Green space5676
Active & healthy5164
Schools nearby (OSM)5056
Median rent$330/wk $390/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$937,500$1,300,000
House sales this quarter1012
Population3,4533,236
Full profile Royal Park in full West Lakes Shore 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 Royal Park safer than West Lakes Shore?

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

Which is cheaper, Royal Park or West Lakes Shore?

Royal Park has the lower median house price of the two ($937,500 vs $1,300,000).

Should I live in Royal Park or West Lakes Shore?

Royal Park scores higher on 1 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Royal Park or West Lakes Shore.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →