Overall score
Glenelg North
60.1/100
Glenelg South
47.9/100
Glenelg North vs Glenelg South, SA suburb comparison
Glenelg North for beach lifestyle and investment; Glenelg South for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Glenelg NorthGlenelg South
Crime rate
Glenelg North
47.6 / 1k
Glenelg South
39.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenelg North
268
Glenelg South
130
Population
Glenelg North
6,594
Glenelg South
2,184
Metric leadGlenelg North 6Glenelg South 21 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesGlenelg South
- Best for beach lifestyleGlenelg North
- Best for investmentGlenelg North
- Best for best valueGlenelg North
- Best for best schoolsGlenelg South
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 | Glenelg North | Glenelg South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.1/100 | 47.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.9/100 | 23.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.6 / 1k | 39.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 40 | 9 |
| Walkability | 63.0/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 268 | 130 |
| Planning activity | 69 | 30 |
| Population | 6,594 | 2,184 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Glenelg North is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Glenelg South is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Glenelg North pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Glenelg South is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Glenelg North suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas Glenelg South is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.