Balwyn North, VIC 3909
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $554/wk Median
- 19.4% Renters
Balwyn North Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 21.1k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $554
- To the CBD
- 10.9km
- Walkability
- 8.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Balwyn North Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Balwyn North is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 21,123 residents, a smaller but steady 19.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $554 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Balwyn North
Balwyn North Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Balwyn North Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Balwyn North
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Balwyn North
Real questions renters ask before moving to Balwyn North.
How far is Balwyn North from the Melbourne CBD?
Balwyn North is approximately 11km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Balwyn North?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Balwyn North is $554. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $554 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Balwyn North family-friendly for renters?
Balwyn North has around 10 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $554/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Balwyn North walkable?
Balwyn North carries a walkability score of 8.5/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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