Silverwater - Newington, NSW 2120
Close to everything Sydney offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $520/wk Median
- 36.6% Renters
Silverwater - Newington Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.2k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $520
- To the CBD
- 15.2km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Silverwater - Newington Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
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
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Silverwater - Newington for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 36.6% of the suburb's 9,246 residents rent.
Around Silverwater - Newington
Silverwater - Newington Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Silverwater - Newington Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Silverwater - Newington
Real questions renters ask before moving to Silverwater - Newington.
Is Silverwater - Newington a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Silverwater - Newington has a 36.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Silverwater - Newington family-friendly for renters?
Silverwater - Newington has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $520/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Sydney.
What's the community like in Silverwater - Newington?
Silverwater - Newington has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 9,246, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Silverwater - Newington from the Sydney CBD?
Silverwater - Newington is approximately 15km from the Sydney CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 25-40 minutes.
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