Average rent in Henley Beach, SA — 2026

Henley Beach sits in the Charles Sturt local government area, 9km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 15,634 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $350/week — above the South Australia state median of $283/week. 26% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$350/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
15,634

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Adelaide
9 km
Households renting
26%
Separate houses
66%
Flats / apartments
16%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Charles Sturt

Renting in Henley Beach

Henley Beach is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $350/week, around 24% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 71% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (66%) 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 9km from Adelaide, with a population of around 15,634 and a median age of 44. 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 Henley Beach?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Henley Beach, SA was $350. 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 Henley Beach rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Henley Beach sat at $350 — 24% above the state average. The suburb is 9km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (66% separate houses, 16% flats here).
Which suburbs near Henley Beach have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Henley Beach's $350/week (ABS 2021): Mitcham (SA), Hahndorf - Echunga, Warradale. On the higher end, you've got Happy Valley, Norwood (SA), Athelstone. 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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