Average rent in Helensburgh, NSW — 2026

Helensburgh is part of the Wollongong council area and sits 41km out from the Sydney CBD, with around 9,135 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $530/week, which is above the New South Wales median of $424/week. About 15% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$530/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
9,135

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Sydney
41 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
85%
Flats / apartments
11%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Wollongong

Renting in Helensburgh

Helensburgh is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $530/week, around 25% 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 (85%) 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 41km from Sydney, with a population of around 9,135 and a median age of 39. 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 Helensburgh?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Helensburgh, NSW was $530. 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 Helensburgh rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Helensburgh sat at $530 — 25% above the state average. The suburb is 41km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (85% separate houses, 11% flats here).
Which suburbs near Helensburgh have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Helensburgh's $530/week (ABS 2021) include West Hoxton - Middleton Grange, Artarmon, North Ryde - East Ryde. Googong, Malabar - La Perouse, Terranora - North Tumbulgum 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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