Hay, NSW 2775
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $175/wk Median
- 26.3% Renters
Hay Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.9k
- Median age
- 48
- Median weekly rent
- $175
- To the CBD
- 591km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Hay Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Hay is a regular choice in regional New South Wales. It's a small and quiet community of 2,897 people, 26.3% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $175.
Around Hay
Hay Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Hay Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Hay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hay
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hay.
How much does it cost to rent in Hay?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Hay is $175. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $175 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Hay walkable?
Hay carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Hay family-friendly for renters?
Hay has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $175/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
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