Average rent in Castle Cove - Northbridge, NSW — 2026

Castle Cove - Northbridge sits in the Willoughby local government area, 8km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 13,440 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $850/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 15% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$850/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
13,440

ABS 2021

Median age
45
Distance to Sydney
8 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
10%
Born overseas
32%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Willoughby

Renting in Castle Cove - Northbridge

Castle Cove - Northbridge is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $850/week, around 100% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 82% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (84%) 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 8km from Sydney, with a population of around 13,440 and a median age of 45. 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 Castle Cove - Northbridge?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Castle Cove - Northbridge, NSW was $850. 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 Castle Cove - Northbridge rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Castle Cove - Northbridge sat at $850 — 100% above the state average. The suburb is 8km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (84% separate houses, 10% flats here).
Which suburbs near Castle Cove - Northbridge have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Castle Cove - Northbridge's $850/week (ABS 2021) include Lilli Pilli - Port Hacking - Dolans Bay, Frenchs Forest - Oxford Falls, Bayview - Elanora Heights. Belrose, Port Botany Industrial 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.

Nearby suburbs in NSW

Eastwood

$450/wk

Mascot

$600/wk

Homebush

$450/wk

Port Botany Industrial

$1200/wk

Belrose

$885/wk

Lilli Pilli - Port Hacking - Dolans Bay

$833/wk

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