Average rent in Yass Surrounds, NSW2026

Yass Surrounds sits in the Yass Valley local government area, 242km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 12,713 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — below the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 10% 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
12,713

ABS 2021

Median age
43
Distance to Sydney
242 km
Households renting
10%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
11%
Top occupation
Managers
LGA
Yass Valley

Renting in Yass Surrounds

Yass Surrounds runs roughly with the New South Wales state median — renters typically pay $400/week, close to the $424/week state baseline (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (85% 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 43 and a population around 12,713. The most common occupation is Managers, and 11% of residents were born overseas. Yass Surrounds is 242km 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 Yass Surrounds?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Yass Surrounds, NSW was $400. 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 Yass Surrounds rent compare to New South Wales?+
The New South Wales state median weekly rent was $424 at the 2021 Census, while Yass Surrounds came in at $400 — 6% below. Yass Surrounds sits 242km from Sydney, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 98% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Yass Surrounds have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Yass Surrounds's $400/week (ABS 2021): Summerland Point - Gwandalan, Belmore - Belfield, Campbelltown - Woodbine. On the higher end, you've got The Oaks - Oakdale, North Parramatta, Blacktown - West. 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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