Broken Hill, NSW 2184
A small-town pace, well outside New South Wales's capital and all the better for it.
- Country charm
- $220/wk Median
- 23.8% Renters
Broken Hill Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.6k
- Median age
- 44
- Median weekly rent
- $220
- To the CBD
- 933km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Broken Hill Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Broken Hill is a regional New South Wales community of 17,588 residents, with 23.8% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $220 — noticeably kinder to the budget than New South Wales's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Broken Hill
Broken Hill Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Broken Hill Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Broken Hill
Real questions renters ask before moving to Broken Hill.
How much does it cost to rent in Broken Hill?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Broken Hill is $220. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $220 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Broken Hill a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Broken Hill has a 23.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Broken Hill family-friendly for renters?
Broken Hill has around 6 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $220/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
Is Broken Hill walkable?
Broken Hill carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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