Average rent in Castle Hill - West, NSW — 2026

Castle Hill - West sits in the The Hills Shire local government area, 27km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 5,183 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $692/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.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
5,183

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Sydney
27 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
87%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
46%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
The Hills Shire

Renting in Castle Hill - West

Castle Hill - West is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $692/week, around 63% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 84% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (87%) 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 27km from Sydney, with a population of around 5,183 and a median age of 41. 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 Hill - West?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Castle Hill - West, NSW was $692. 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 Hill - West rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Castle Hill - West sat at $692 — 63% above the state average. The suburb is 27km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (87% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Castle Hill - West have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Castle Hill - West's $692/week (ABS 2021) include Bondi Beach - North Bondi, Illawong - Alfords Point, Woollahra. Cherrybrook, Balgowlah - Clontarf - Seaforth, West Pennant Hills 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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