Average rent in Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores, NSW — 2026

Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores sits in the Byron local government area, 632km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 9,170 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $498/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 30% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$498/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
9,170

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Sydney
632 km
Households renting
30%
Separate houses
79%
Flats / apartments
10%
Born overseas
19%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Byron

Renting in Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores

Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $498/week, around 17% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 67% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (79%) 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 632km from Sydney, with a population of around 9,170 and a median age of 44. 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 Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores, NSW was $498. 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 Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores came in at $498 — 17% above. Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores sits 632km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 79% separate houses and 10% flats).
Which suburbs near Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores's $498/week (ABS 2021): Warnervale - Wadalba, Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville, Holsworthy - Wattle Grove. On the higher end, you've got Chipping Norton - Moorebank, Kensington (NSW), Pemulwuy - Greystanes (North). Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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