Average rent in Queanbeyan Surrounds, NSW2026

Queanbeyan Surrounds sits in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional local government area, 238km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 16,539 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $465/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 10% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$465/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
16,539

ABS 2021

Median age
42
Distance to Sydney
238 km
Households renting
10%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
13%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional

Renting in Queanbeyan Surrounds

Queanbeyan Surrounds runs roughly with the New South Wales state median — renters typically pay $465/week, close to the $424/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (88% are owners or paying off a mortgage) and only 10% rent. Separate houses dominate the housing stock (98%), which gives the suburb a quieter, family-leaning feel — borne out by a median age of 42 and a population around 16,539. The most common occupation is Professionals, and 13% of residents were born overseas. Queanbeyan Surrounds is 238km from Sydney, and rent trajectories here tend to track the state average rather than running ahead of it — but state rent indices have moved since 2021, so double-check against the live figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Queanbeyan Surrounds?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Queanbeyan Surrounds, NSW was $465. 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 Queanbeyan Surrounds rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Queanbeyan Surrounds sat at $465 — 10% above the state average. The suburb is 238km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (98% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Queanbeyan Surrounds have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Queanbeyan Surrounds's $465/week (ABS 2021): Kogarah, Yennora Industrial, Saratoga - Davistown. On the higher end, you've got Pottsville, Haberfield - Summer Hill, Caringbah. 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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