Average rent in Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills, NSW2026

Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills sits in the Penrith local government area, 49km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 12,040 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $530/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 19% 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
12,040

ABS 2021

Median age
35
Distance to Sydney
49 km
Households renting
19%
Separate houses
93%
Flats / apartments
3%
Born overseas
20%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Penrith

Renting in Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills

Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills 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 79% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (93%) 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 49km from Sydney, with a population of around 12,040 and a median age of 35. 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 Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills, 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 Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills came in at $530 — 25% above. Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills sits 49km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 93% separate houses and 3% flats).
Which suburbs near Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Mulgoa - Luddenham - Orchard Hills's $530/week (ABS 2021): West Hoxton - Middleton Grange, Artarmon, North Ryde - East Ryde. On the higher end, you've got Googong, Malabar - La Perouse, Terranora - North Tumbulgum. 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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