Overall score
Adelaide
64.7/100
North Adelaide
63.9/100
Adelaide vs North Adelaide, SA suburb comparison
North Adelaide for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AdelaideNorth Adelaide
Crime rate
Adelaide
377.8 / 1k
North Adelaide
101.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Adelaide
4,804
North Adelaide
1,334
Population
Adelaide
18,202
North Adelaide
6,823
Metric leadAdelaide 6North Adelaide 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorth Adelaide
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Adelaide | North Adelaide |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.7/100 | 63.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.1/100 | 5.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 377.8 / 1k | 101.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 274 | 79 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4,804 | 1,334 |
| Planning activity | 341 | 114 |
| Population | 18,202 | 6,823 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Adelaide is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and North Adelaide is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Adelaide pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas North Adelaide is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer North Adelaide, while Adelaide remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.