Average rent in Norwood (SA), SA — 2026

Norwood (SA) is part of the Norwood Payneham and St Peters council area and sits 3km out from the Adelaide CBD, with around 10,849 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $360/week, which is above the South Australia median of $283/week. About 45% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$360/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,849

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Adelaide
3 km
Households renting
45%
Separate houses
32%
Flats / apartments
22%
Born overseas
32%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Norwood Payneham and St Peters

Renting in Norwood (SA)

Norwood (SA) is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $360/week, around 27% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 49% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (32%) 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 3km from Adelaide, with a population of around 10,849 and a median age of 40. 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 Norwood (SA)?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Norwood (SA), SA was $360. 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 Norwood (SA) rent compare to South Australia?+
The South Australia state median weekly rent was $283 at the 2021 Census, while Norwood (SA) came in at $360 — 27% above. Norwood (SA) sits 3km from Adelaide, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 32% separate houses and 22% flats).
Which suburbs near Norwood (SA) have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Norwood (SA)'s $360/week (ABS 2021): Happy Valley, Prospect, McLaren Vale. On the higher end, you've got Sheidow Park - Trott Park, Belair, Unley - Parkside. 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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