By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 17 October 2026.

Oakford Homes vs Scott Salisbury Group

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An independent, side-by-side look at two of our building partners to help you understand your options.

Last updated June 2026 · reviewed by the BuildPilot team

Custom Builder

Scott Salisbury Group

Custom Builder

Note: BuildPilot partners with both builders. This comparison provides factual information to help you understand your options. It's not a recommendation of one over the other. The right builder depends on your specific needs, budget and preferences.

At a glance

Oakford Homes is a custom builder; Scott Salisbury Group is a custom builder.
Indicative build rates: Oakford Homes $2,200 - $3,200/sqm, Scott Salisbury Group $3,000 - $5,000+/sqm (per sqm guide only).
Oakford Homes is based in Adelaide; Scott Salisbury Group in Camden Park, Adelaide (SA).

Quick Comparison

Attribute

Oakford Homes

Scott Salisbury Group

Builder Type

Custom Builder

Indicative Rate (per sqm)

$2,200 - $3,200/sqm

$3,000 - $5,000+/sqm

Established

1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes)

1988 (36+ years)

Headquarters

Adelaide

Camden Park, Adelaide (SA)

Service Area

South Australia

Warranty

Comprehensive Home Builder's warranty

Comprehensive warranty

Display Homes

Mount Barker, Oakden, Brooklyn Park, Hawthorn, Encounter Bay - 9 display homes across Adelaide

Flagship display home, open seven days

Often Suited For

Custom builds, Knockdown rebuilds, Adapting proven designs

Luxury custom design, Large-scale developments, Renovations & additions

About Each Builder

Oakford Homes

Quality Homes Built on Honest Foundations Since 1985

Family-owned Adelaide custom home builder with 40+ years of experience and over 4,000 completed homes. Reputation built on transparent pricing, honest conversations and quality finishes delivered by trades who've been with them for 15, 20, even 25 years. Winner - HIA SA Display Home 2024.

Often suited for:

Custom buildsKnockdown rebuildsAdapting proven designsHonest transparent pricing

Design Approach:

Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Build Process:

Direct contact with experienced professionals from first conversation to handover; no-surprises approach

Visit Oakford Homes website

Scott Salisbury Group

SA's Multi-Award-Winning Luxury Custom Home Builder (36+ Years)

South Australia's flagship luxury custom home builder with 36+ years of multi-award-winning work. The Group operates four divisions: Scott Salisbury Homes (custom high-end), Scott Salisbury Renovations & Additions, Bradford Homes (attainable luxury) and Bradford Projects (townhouses and apartments).

Often suited for:

Luxury custom designLarge-scale developmentsRenovations & additionsTownhouses / apartments

Design Approach:

Collaborative between client, in-house designers and builders

Build Process:

In-house design and construction across four specialist divisions

Visit Scott Salisbury Group website

How Do I Choose?

There's no "better" builder. There's only the builder that's right for your situation. Consider these factors:

1
Your budget and priorities
Different builders suit different price points. Think about what matters most: price, inclusions, customisation or service.
2
Your land and location
Some builders specialise in certain areas or challenging sites. Consider who builds in your area and has experience with your block type.
3
Your design requirements
Do you want to heavily modify a plan, or are you happy with standard designs? Different builders offer different levels of flexibility.
4
Visit display homes
Nothing beats seeing their work in person. Visit display homes from both builders to compare quality and style firsthand.

Oakford Homes vs Scott Salisbury Group: common questions

Is Oakford Homes or Scott Salisbury Group more affordable?

As an indicative per-square-metre guide, Oakford Homes sits around $2,200 - $3,200/sqm and Scott Salisbury Group around $3,000 - $5,000+/sqm. These are guides only - your real price depends on your design, inclusions, site costs and the current market, so get a written quote from each before comparing.

Which has been building longer, Oakford Homes or Scott Salisbury Group?

Oakford Homes was established in 1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes) and Scott Salisbury Group in 1988 (36+ years).

Where does each builder operate?

Oakford Homes is based in Adelaide and services South Australia. Scott Salisbury Group is based in Camden Park, Adelaide (SA) and services South Australia.

What warranty does Oakford Homes and Scott Salisbury Group offer?

Oakford Homes offers a comprehensive home builder's warranty, and Scott Salisbury Group offers a comprehensive warranty. Warranty terms can change, so confirm the current details directly with each builder.

Who is Oakford Homes best suited to?

Oakford Homes is often a good fit for custom builds, knockdown rebuilds, adapting proven designs, honest transparent pricing. Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Who is Scott Salisbury Group best suited to?

Scott Salisbury Group is often a good fit for luxury custom design, large-scale developments, renovations & additions, townhouses / apartments. Collaborative between client, in-house designers and builders

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Oakford Homes and Scott Salisbury Group. Our job is to help you make the right choice for you - not push you toward whichever builder pays the most.

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