Burwood (Vic.), VIC 3511
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $401/wk Median
- 38.9% Renters
Burwood (Vic.) Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.3k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $401
- To the CBD
- 13.1km
- Walkability
- 8
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Burwood (Vic.) Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
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
Burwood (Vic.) is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 12,336 residents, a substantial 38.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $401 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Burwood (Vic.)
Burwood (Vic.) Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Burwood (Vic.) Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Burwood (Vic.)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Burwood (Vic.)
Real questions renters ask before moving to Burwood (Vic.).
Is Burwood (Vic.) a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Burwood (Vic.) has a 38.9% 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.
Is Burwood (Vic.) family-friendly for renters?
Burwood (Vic.) has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $401/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Burwood (Vic.) walkable?
Burwood (Vic.) carries a walkability score of 8.0/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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