Lurnea - Cartwright, NSW 2987
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $350/wk Median
- 46.1% Renters
Lurnea - Cartwright Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.7k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 29.7km
- Walkability
- 6.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Lurnea - Cartwright Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Lurnea - Cartwright is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,670 residents, a substantial 46.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $350 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Lurnea - Cartwright
Lurnea - Cartwright Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Lurnea - Cartwright Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Lurnea - Cartwright
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Lurnea - Cartwright
Real questions renters ask before moving to Lurnea - Cartwright.
What's the community like in Lurnea - Cartwright?
Locals describe Lurnea - Cartwright as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 12,670, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Lurnea - Cartwright a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Lurnea - Cartwright has a 46.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Lurnea - Cartwright family-friendly for renters?
Lurnea - Cartwright has around 8 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $350/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
How far is Lurnea - Cartwright from the Sydney CBD?
Lurnea - Cartwright is approximately 30km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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