Balmain East
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Balmain East, NSW 2041.
About Balmain East
Welcome to Balmain East
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Balmain East, NSW 2041.
Population
1,900
residents (2021)
Median age
46
years
Household income
$3,020
median, per week
Median rent
$617
per week
Median mortgage
$4,333
per month
Mortgage / income
33%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
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Schools in Balmain East
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Balmain East suburb FAQ
How much is rent in Balmain East?
The median weekly rent in Balmain East is around $780 per week.
Is Balmain East a good place to live?
Balmain East is a suburb in the Inner West of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Balmain East is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,900 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Balmain East?
Balmain East has a population of 1,900 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.
What schools are in Balmain East?
There is 1 school in or near Balmain East, including Nicholson Street Public School.
What suburbs are near Balmain East?
Suburbs near Balmain East include Walsh Bay, Dawes Point, Millers Point, Birchgrove and Barangaroo.
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