Berala, NSW 2072
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $380/wk Median
- 40.3% Renters
Berala Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.6k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $380
- To the CBD
- 16.2km
- Walkability
- 7.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Berala 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.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Berala for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 40.3% of the suburb's 8,610 residents rent.
Around Berala
Berala Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Berala Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Berala
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Berala
Real questions renters ask before moving to Berala.
Is Berala walkable?
Berala carries a walkability score of 7.4/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Berala?
Locals describe Berala as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 8,610, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Berala from the Sydney CBD?
Berala is approximately 16km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Berala a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Berala has a 40.3% 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.
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