Adelaide vs Paralowie
The verdict
Paralowie is more affordable, with a median house price of $737K versus $1.16M in Adelaide. Adelaide rates higher for education (86 vs 37). Paralowie is closer to the coast (5.7 km vs 9.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Paralowie rates higher (60 vs 11/100 in Adelaide).
Scores
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 56 |
| Transport | 99 | 58 |
| Education | 86 | 37 |
| Liveability | 89 | 69 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,202 | 17,504 |
| Median age | 31 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,365 | $1,479 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.3% | 21.0% |
| Born in Australia | 41.0% | 66.2% |
| Avg household size | 1.8 | 2.9 |
Growth: Adelaide High Growth · Paralowie Stable
Property
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.16M | $737K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 9.3% | 14.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.1% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 11 | 60 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 429 | 269 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 1,011 | 274 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 46,561 | 5,405 |
Adelaide is a commercial/transport hub — total figures include visitors and workers, not just residents.
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 15 | 4 |
| Government | 4 | 2 |
| Independent | 7 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,081 | 953 |
See the full school list on each profile: Adelaide · Paralowie
Transport
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 99 | 58 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 225 | 67 |
| Light rail stops | 14 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 8 | 69 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 130 m | 3.2 km |
Liveability
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 373 | 0 |
| Parks | 46 | 21 |
| Playgrounds | 11 | 14 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 3 |
| Medical GPs | 17 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 9.2 km | 5.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 10 m | 19.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 9.8 km | 7.1 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 440 m | 5.2 km |
Population & growth
| Adelaide | Paralowie | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 18,202 | 17,504 |
| Estimated 2025 | 22,154 | 17,999 |
| Projected 2041 | 29,393 | 18,791 |
| Annual growth rate | 5.03% | 0.70% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Adelaide or Paralowie?
Paralowie has the higher residential safety score (Adelaide 11/100 vs Paralowie 60/100).
Which is more affordable, Adelaide or Paralowie?
Paralowie is more affordable, with a median house price of $737K versus $1.16M.
Which has better schools, Adelaide or Paralowie?
Adelaide has a higher average school ICSEA (Adelaide 1081 vs Paralowie 953; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Adelaide or Paralowie?
Adelaide has the higher transport score (Adelaide 99/100 vs Paralowie 58/100).
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