By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 7 September 2026.

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Scott Salisbury Group vs Simonds Homes

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

Scott Salisbury Group

Custom Builder

Volume 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.

Quick Comparison

Attribute

Scott Salisbury Group

Simonds Homes

Builder Type

Custom Builder

Volume Builder

Price Range

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

$1,800 - $2,500/sqm

Established

1988 (36+ years)

1949

Headquarters

Camden Park, Adelaide (SA)

Victoria (National)

Warranty

Comprehensive warranty

Structural guarantee

Display Homes

Flagship display home, open seven days

Multiple locations in growth areas

About Each Builder

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

Simonds Homes

Affordable Quality Home Building

National builder with strong presence in Adelaide's growth corridors, known for competitive pricing and first-home buyer packages.

Often suited for:

Budget-conscious buyersNorthern AdelaideFirst home buyersQuick builds

Design Approach:

Efficient pre-designed homes focused on value and functionality

Build Process:

Streamlined construction process for efficient delivery

Visit Simonds Homes 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.

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Scott Salisbury Group and Simonds Homes. 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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