Average rent in Burwood (NSW), NSW — 2026

Burwood (NSW) sits in the Burwood local government area, 10km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 15,942 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $500/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 62% 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
15,942

ABS 2021

Median age
31
Distance to Sydney
10 km
Households renting
62%
Separate houses
17%
Flats / apartments
73%
Born overseas
71%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Burwood

Renting in Burwood (NSW)

Renting in Burwood (NSW) costs more than most of New South Wales — the typical renter pays $500/week, which is 18% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is mostly renters (62%) living mostly in flats and apartments (73%), which fits the inner-Sydney pattern. About 71% of residents were born overseas, and Professionals is the biggest occupation category. Burwood (NSW) is 10km from the CBD — close to jobs, transit, and the kind of inner-city amenity that pushes rent up. Applications close fast and competition is real. State rent indices have moved a lot since 2021, so the live figure above matters more than the Census baseline.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Burwood (NSW)?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Burwood (NSW), NSW was $500. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Burwood (NSW) rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Burwood (NSW) came in at $500 — 18% above. Burwood (NSW) sits 10km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 17% separate houses and 73% flats).
Which suburbs near Burwood (NSW) have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Burwood (NSW)'s $500/week (ABS 2021): Brunswick Heads - Ocean Shores, Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville, Warnervale - Wadalba. On the higher end, you've got Glebe - Forest Lodge, Baulkham Hills - East, Spring Farm. 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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