Overall score
Adelaide
54.3/100
North Adelaide
61.9/100
Adelaide vs North Adelaide, SA Suburb Comparison
Adelaide for retirees; North Adelaide for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AdelaideNorth Adelaide
Crime rate
Adelaide
362.0 / 1k
North Adelaide
83.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Adelaide
4,860
North Adelaide
1,344
Population
Adelaide
18,202
North Adelaide
6,823
Metric leadAdelaide 5North Adelaide 61 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAdelaide
- Best for familiesNorth Adelaide
- Best for investmentNorth 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 | 54.3/100 | 61.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.8/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 362.0 / 1k | 83.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 274 | 79 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4,860 | 1,344 |
| Planning activity | 447 | 133 |
| Green cover | 27.6% | 9.3% |
| 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, schools and education options, and public transport access, whereas North Adelaide is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, overall desirability, and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer North Adelaide, while Adelaide remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.