Question 1

Is Clarence Park a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Clarence Park is an established inner-southern suburb with a compact, residential character. Tree-lined streets of Victorian and interwar cottages sit alongside low-rise units and newer infill, so the area blends period charm with smaller-footprint housing. A modest local shopping strip and cafes cover everyday needs while nearby Goodwood provides a larger retail and entertainment precinct. Parks and sporting ovals give green space for families and dog walkers, and regular public transport and arterial roads make trips into the city and surrounding suburbs straightforward. The suburb appeals to young professionals, families and downsizers seeking a close-in, settled neighbourhood.

Demographically it is a suburb of families, with couple families with children the largest group and a median age of 39. Owner-occupation is the norm, with roughly two-thirds of homes owner-occupied. Clarence Park recently saw upgrades at its railway station, including an active pedestrian crossing and improved ramp and pedestrian facilities to improve access. The Clarence Park Community Centre remains active and receives ongoing support from the City of Unley, including an annual contribution to its Shed program and other community activities. Whether Clarence Park suits you depends on what you want from a close-in suburb.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Clarence Park?

Accepted Answer

In Clarence Park, rents take a noticeable slice out of a typical local household's weekly income as recorded at the most recent Census. A house rent of $698 a week would be about 38.8% of that weekly income, which is a sizeable share, while a unit rent of $495 a week would be about 27.6% of that income, a moderate share; if you're renting rather than buying, those rent shares are the figures that matter.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Clarence Park a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

A striking feature of Clarence Park over the past year is the house market: median house values climbed 16.1%, a strong rise, while house rents rose 7.4%, a solid gain. That means capital growth on houses outpaced rent growth over the 12 months, so the value movement has been the stronger performer on the house side.

Units moved differently. Median unit values edged up 1.5%, a slight rise, while unit rents fell 1.0% over the year. If rental income is your priority, the rent figures are the most relevant; if capital growth matters more, the value changes are the closer guide. What that balance means for you depends on your own goals and circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	16.1%	1.5%
Sold Past 3 months	7	1
Median days on market Past 12 months	47	49
Average rent Past 12 months	$698	$495
Change in rent Past 12 months	7.4%	-1.0%

Get a property report and suburb profile for any property in Clarence Park

Clarence Park suburb profile

Clarence Park property market performance

5 year median price trend for houses and units

Clarence Park demographics

Suburbs near Clarence Park

How does Clarence Park compare to nearby suburbs?

Choose the right real estate agents in Clarence Park

Get a head start and compare top local agents in Clarence Park

Not quite ready to sell?

Suburb and property report

Digital estimate for your property

Navigate the market