Average rent in Carlingford - West, NSW2026

Carlingford - West is part of the Parramatta council area and sits 19km out from the Sydney CBD, with around 19,251 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $490/week, which is above the New South Wales median of $424/week. About 34% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19,251

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Sydney
19 km
Households renting
34%
Separate houses
58%
Flats / apartments
31%
Born overseas
55%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Parramatta

Renting in Carlingford - West

Carlingford - West is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $490/week, around 16% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 64% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (58%) 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 19km from Sydney, with a population of around 19,251 and a median age of 38. 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 Carlingford - West?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Carlingford - West, NSW was $490. 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 Carlingford - West rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Carlingford - West sat at $490 — 16% above the state average. The suburb is 19km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (58% separate houses, 31% flats here).
Which suburbs near Carlingford - West have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Carlingford - West's $490/week (ABS 2021) include Kingscliff - Fingal Head, Lidcombe, Kiama. Pagewood - Hillsdale - Daceyville, Warnervale - Wadalba, Holsworthy - Wattle Grove 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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