Adelaide vs Parafield Gardens
The verdict
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $1.16M in Adelaide. Adelaide rates higher for education (86 vs 49). Parafield Gardens is closer to the coast (5.1 km vs 9.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Parafield Gardens rates higher (71 vs 11/100 in Adelaide).
Scores
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 69 |
| Transport | 99 | 92 |
| Education | 86 | 49 |
| Liveability | 89 | 62 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,202 | 18,467 |
| Median age | 31 | 36 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,365 | $1,384 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.3% | 33.8% |
| Born in Australia | 41.0% | 55.3% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.9 |
Growth: Adelaide High Growth · Parafield Gardens —
Property
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.16M | $829K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 9.3% | 25.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.1% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 11 | 71 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 429 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,011 | 217 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 46,561 | 4,765 |
Adelaide is a commercial/transport hub — total figures include visitors and workers, not just residents.
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 16 | 6 |
| Government | 4 | 4 |
| Independent | 8 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,087 | 975 |
See the full school list on each profile: Adelaide · Parafield Gardens
Transport
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 99 | 92 |
| Train stations | 2 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 225 | 70 |
| Light rail stops | 14 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 8 | 41 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 130 m | 1.5 km |
Liveability
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 14 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 373 | 1 |
| Parks | 46 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 11 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 17 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 9.2 km | 5.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 10 m | 16.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 9.8 km | 8.6 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 440 m | 6.2 km |
Population & growth
| Adelaide | Parafield Gardens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 18,202 | 18,467 |
| Estimated 2025 | 22,154 | 18,351 |
| Projected 2041 | 29,393 | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 5.03% | -0.16% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Adelaide or Parafield Gardens?
Parafield Gardens has the higher residential safety score (Adelaide 11/100 vs Parafield Gardens 71/100).
Which is more affordable, Adelaide or Parafield Gardens?
Parafield Gardens is more affordable, with a median house price of $829K versus $1.16M.
Which has better schools, Adelaide or Parafield Gardens?
Adelaide has a higher average school ICSEA (Adelaide 1087 vs Parafield Gardens 975; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Adelaide or Parafield Gardens?
Adelaide has the higher transport score (Adelaide 99/100 vs Parafield Gardens 92/100).
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