Overall score
Glenelg
57.9/100
South Brighton
44.4/100
Glenelg vs South Brighton, SA suburb comparison
Glenelg for families and beach lifestyle; South Brighton for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlenelgSouth Brighton
Crime rate
Glenelg
174.5 / 1k
South Brighton
24.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenelg
472
South Brighton
49
Population
Glenelg
3,440
South Brighton
2,763
Metric leadGlenelg 6South Brighton 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 retireesSouth Brighton
- Best for familiesGlenelg
- Best for beach lifestyleGlenelg
- Best for investmentSouth Brighton
- Best for best valueSouth Brighton
- Best for best schoolsGlenelg
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 | South Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.9/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 20.3/100 | 57.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 174.5 / 1k | 24.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 11 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 26.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 472 | 49 |
| Planning activity | 29 | 40 |
| Population | 3,440 | 2,763 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Glenelg is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while South Brighton is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Glenelg pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas South Brighton is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Glenelg suits families and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas South Brighton is the stronger match for retirees and investors.