Sydney, region by region
Compare median prices, growth and suburb counts across the regions Sydney actually divides into, then work down to the suburbs inside them.
Sydney CBD & Inner City
The beating heart of Sydney, featuring iconic landmarks, world-class dining, and unrivalled harbour views. Home to the CBD, Surry Hills, and Pyrmont.
Suburbs
28
5yr Growth
+4.2%
Houses
$2.10M
Units
$950k
Eastern Suburbs
Sydney's prestigious eastern corridor stretching from Darlinghurst to Vaucluse, featuring iconic beaches like Bondi and Bronte, heritage architecture, and some of Australia's most expensive real estate.
Suburbs
25
5yr Growth
+5.8%
Houses
$3.20M
Units
$1.10M
Inner West
A culturally rich region known for its heritage terrace houses, thriving café culture, artistic communities, and excellent transport connections. Includes Newtown, Marrickville, and Balmain.
Suburbs
18
5yr Growth
+5.1%
Houses
$1.80M
Units
$780k
Lower North Shore
Harbourside luxury at its finest. The Lower North Shore encompasses North Sydney, Mosman, and Neutral Bay, offering stunning harbour views, prestigious schools, and easy CBD access.
Suburbs
15
5yr Growth
+4.8%
Houses
$3.50M
Units
$950k
Upper North Shore
Sydney's leafy north, home to prestigious schools, established gardens, and family-friendly communities. Includes Turramurra, Pymble, and St Ives.
Suburbs
17
5yr Growth
+4.5%
Houses
$2.40M
Units
$850k
Northern Beaches
A stunning coastal peninsula from Manly to Palm Beach, offering surf beaches, national parks, and a relaxed lifestyle. One of Sydney's most desirable lifestyle regions.
Suburbs
27
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Houses
$2.60M
Units
$950k
Parramatta & Greater West
Sydney's second CBD and fastest-growing commercial centre. Parramatta offers excellent infrastructure, cultural diversity, and strong growth potential.
Suburbs
30
5yr Growth
+3.8%
Houses
$1.20M
Units
$520k
Hills District
Sydney's premier master-planned community region featuring new infrastructure, excellent schools, and family-friendly neighbourhoods. Home to Castle Hill and Kellyville.
Suburbs
23
5yr Growth
+4.1%
Houses
$1.60M
Units
$680k
Ryde
A well-connected mid-ring region offering excellent transport, Macquarie University precinct, and diverse dining. Balanced between affordability and amenity.
Suburbs
13
5yr Growth
+3.9%
Houses
$1.90M
Units
$720k
St George & Inner South
A well-established residential region south of the CBD featuring good transport, multicultural communities, and solid investment returns. Includes Hurstville and Kogarah.
Suburbs
19
5yr Growth
+4.0%
Houses
$1.50M
Units
$650k
Canterbury-Bankstown
One of Sydney's most culturally diverse regions offering affordable housing, strong community spirit, and improving infrastructure connections.
Suburbs
22
5yr Growth
+3.5%
Houses
$1.10M
Units
$480k
Western Sydney
Sydney's growth engine, offering affordable entry points, major infrastructure investment including the new airport, and strong capital growth potential.
Suburbs
44
5yr Growth
+5.5%
Houses
$900k
Units
$450k
South-Western Sydney
Fast-growing outer suburbs with new housing estates, improving infrastructure, and some of Sydney's most affordable family homes.
Suburbs
39
5yr Growth
+6.0%
Houses
$850k
Units
$420k
Sutherland Shire
The Shire — a coastal paradise south of Sydney offering beach lifestyle, national parks, and strong community identity. Includes Cronulla and Miranda.
Suburbs
43
5yr Growth
+5.0%
Houses
$1.50M
Units
$700k
Hornsby & Northern Sydney
Leafy northern suburbs surrounded by bushland and national parks. Hornsby serves as a major transport hub with excellent schools and community facilities.
Suburbs
32
5yr Growth
+3.7%
Houses
$1.40M
Units
$620k
Penrith & Outer West
Western Sydney's gateway, benefiting from major infrastructure including the new Western Sydney Airport and Metro West. Strong growth potential.
Suburbs
32
5yr Growth
+7.2%
Houses
$850k
Units
$420k
Hawkesbury
Sydney's rural fringe offering acreage properties, historic towns, and a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the CBD.
Suburbs
12
5yr Growth
+4.8%
Houses
$950k
Units
$450k
Regions FAQ
Practical answers to help you compare Sydney regions quickly.
What is the fastest way to compare Sydney regions on this page?
Scan suburb count, median house and unit pricing, and five-year growth together for each region. This gives a quick balance of market size, affordability, and momentum. Open the most relevant region cards next to compare suburb-level detail before you shortlist where to buy, sell, or invest.
Why should I compare both house and unit medians?
House and unit medians can move differently within the same region, especially where density and buyer profiles vary. Reviewing both helps you avoid broad assumptions and match strategy to your target asset type. It also improves budgeting by showing where entry points differ across housing segments.
How reliable is five-year growth for forecasting future performance?
Five-year growth is useful context, but it should not be treated as a guarantee of future returns. Use it as one signal alongside supply pipeline, infrastructure upgrades, rental demand, and borrowing conditions. A multi-factor view usually leads to more resilient property decisions in changing markets.
Should I focus on one region or diversify across multiple regions?
That depends on your risk profile and budget. Focusing on one region can simplify management and local expertise, while spreading across multiple regions may reduce concentration risk. Compare each region’s volatility, yield potential, and demand drivers before deciding on a concentrated or diversified approach.