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Royal Park vs West Lakes

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.2 km apart, on the same open data. Royal Park scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

Royal ParkWest Lakes
Active4183
Safety319
Wealth2841
Value1914
Parks5896
Cafés7376
Transit7552
Green space5662
Active & healthy5166
Schools nearby (OSM)5012
Median rent$330/wk $370/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$937,500$1,410,000
House sales this quarter1024
Population3,4536,768
Full profile Royal Park in full West Lakes 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?

Royal Park 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?

Royal Park has the lower median house price of the two ($937,500 vs $1,410,000).

Should I live in Royal Park or West Lakes?

Royal Park scores higher on 4 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.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →