Overall score
Glenelg South
47.9/100
Hove
56.9/100
Glenelg South vs Hove, SA suburb comparison
Glenelg South for families and schools; Hove for beach lifestyle and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Glenelg SouthHove
Crime rate
Glenelg South
39.9 / 1k
Hove
35.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenelg South
130
Hove
137
Population
Glenelg South
2,184
Hove
3,189
Metric leadGlenelg South 0Hove 81 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 lifestyleHove
- Best for investmentHove
- Best for best valueHove
- 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 South | Hove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.9/100 | 56.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.0/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.9 / 1k | 35.0 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 17 |
| Walkability | 60.5/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 130 | 137 |
| Planning activity | 29 | 26 |
| Population | 2,184 | 3,189 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Glenelg South is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Hove is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Glenelg South pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Hove is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Glenelg South if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Hove for people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors.