Average rent in Earlwood, NSW — 2026

Earlwood is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown council area and sits 9km out from the Sydney CBD, with around 17,969 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $570/week, which is above the New South Wales median of $424/week. About 21% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$570/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
17,969

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Sydney
9 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
80%
Flats / apartments
12%
Born overseas
35%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Canterbury-Bankstown

Renting in Earlwood

Earlwood is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $570/week, around 34% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 77% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (80%) 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 9km from Sydney, with a population of around 17,969 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 Earlwood?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Earlwood, NSW was $570. 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 Earlwood rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Earlwood sat at $570 — 34% above the state average. The suburb is 9km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (80% separate houses, 12% flats here).
Which suburbs near Earlwood have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Earlwood's $570/week (ABS 2021): Rhodes, Berowra - Brooklyn - Cowan, Lane Cove. On the higher end, you've got Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, Crows Nest - Waverton, Randwick - South. 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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