Sunbury, VIC 3515
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $371/wk Median
- 13.7% Renters
Sunbury Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.7k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $371
- To the CBD
- 34.7km
- Walkability
- 6.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Sunbury 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.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Sunbury is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 13,671 residents, a smaller but steady 13.7% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $371 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Sunbury
Sunbury Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Sunbury Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Sunbury
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sunbury
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sunbury.
Is Sunbury a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Sunbury has a 13.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
What's the community like in Sunbury?
Sunbury has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 13,671, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How far is Sunbury from the Melbourne CBD?
Sunbury is approximately 34km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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