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Salisbury vs Salisbury Downs

Two neighbouring Adelaide suburbs, 1.7 km apart, on the same open data. Salisbury scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

SalisburySalisbury Downs
Active5373
Safety315
Wealth47
Value612
Parks4520
Cafés8681
Transit5640
Green space4572
Active & healthy5860
Schools nearby (OSM)3490
Median rent$260/wk $273/wk
Median house price (Apr–Jun 2026)$817,500$822,500
House sales this quarter2615
Population8,8416,296
Full profile Salisbury in full Salisbury Downs 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 Salisbury safer than Salisbury Downs?

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

Which is cheaper, Salisbury or Salisbury Downs?

Salisbury has the lower median house price of the two ($817,500 vs $822,500).

Should I live in Salisbury or Salisbury Downs?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Adelaide suburbs →