Sydney rent by region
The 14 ABS regions of Greater Sydney, compared on rent, five-year change, rent burden and bond refunds, January–September 2026.
| Region | Median rent | 5-yr change | Rent burden | Full bond back |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Suburbs | $980 | +58% | 44% | 69% |
| Northern Beaches | $930 | +37% | 44% | 75% |
| City and Inner South | $920 | +59% | 50% | 62% |
| Baulkham Hills and Hawkesbury | $850 | +43% | 44% | 68% |
| North Sydney and Hornsby | $850 | +54% | 36% | 76% |
| Ryde | $800 | +65% | 42% | 69% |
| Sutherland | $800 | +46% | 42% | 70% |
| Inner West | $780 | +56% | 43% | 68% |
| Inner South West | $730 | +62% | 49% | 57% |
| Parramatta | $710 | +61% | 47% | 55% |
| Blacktown | $690 | +47% | 41% | 56% |
| South West | $690 | +55% | 48% | 51% |
| Outer West and Blue Mountains | $660 | +50% | 42% | 57% |
| Outer South West | $650 | +48% | 43% | 53% |