Average rent in Asquith - Mount Colah, NSW — 2026

Asquith - Mount Colah sits in the Hornsby local government area, 25km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 22,057 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $500/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 21% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
22,057

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Sydney
25 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
74%
Flats / apartments
21%
Born overseas
36%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Hornsby

Renting in Asquith - Mount Colah

Asquith - Mount Colah is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $500/week, around 18% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 78% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (74%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 25km from Sydney, with a population of around 22,057 and a median age of 39. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Asquith - Mount Colah?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Asquith - Mount Colah, NSW was $500. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Asquith - Mount Colah rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Asquith - Mount Colah came in at $500 — 18% above. Asquith - Mount Colah sits 25km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 74% separate houses and 21% flats).
Which suburbs near Asquith - Mount Colah have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Asquith - Mount Colah's $500/week (ABS 2021) include Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores, Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville, Warnervale - Wadalba. Glebe - Forest Lodge, Baulkham Hills - East, Spring Farm sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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