Average rent in Shellharbour - Flinders, NSW — 2026

Shellharbour - Flinders is part of the Shellharbour council area and sits 88km out from the Sydney CBD, with around 19,341 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $510/week, which is above the New South Wales median of $424/week. About 24% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
19,341

ABS 2021

Median age
39
Distance to Sydney
88 km
Households renting
24%
Separate houses
78%
Flats / apartments
5%
Born overseas
16%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Shellharbour

Renting in Shellharbour - Flinders

Shellharbour - Flinders is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $510/week, around 20% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 74% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (78%) 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 88km from Sydney, with a population of around 19,341 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 Shellharbour - Flinders?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Shellharbour - Flinders, NSW was $510. 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 Shellharbour - Flinders rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Shellharbour - Flinders sat at $510 — 20% above the state average. The suburb is 88km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (78% separate houses, 5% flats here).
Which suburbs near Shellharbour - Flinders have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Shellharbour - Flinders's $510/week (ABS 2021) include Glebe - Forest Lodge, Kensington (NSW), Chipping Norton - Moorebank. Avoca Beach - Copacabana, Prestons, Bexley - North 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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