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Burwood Heights

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2136
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Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in BURWOOD HEIGHTS are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

Real estate investors could earn a rental income of $740 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $740 mark, reflecting a 5.15% increase in returns based on the current median price in BURWOOD HEIGHTS.

BURWOOD HEIGHTS, 2136 ranks 487th in NSW in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

BURWOOD HEIGHTS ranks 83rd on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in NSW, posting a 5.15% return.

Surburb overview

Burwood Heights, NSW 2136, is a small residential suburb located approximately 10 kilometres west of Sydney's Central Business District. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Municipality of Burwood and shares the postcode 2136 with the neighbouring suburb of Enfield.

According to the 2021 Census, Burwood Heights has a population of 1,134 residents, with a median age of 38 years. The suburb is predominantly family-oriented, with 73% of households classified as families. Approximately 64% of residents own their homes, while 34% are renters. The median weekly household income is $2,087.

Professionals constitute the largest occupational group, accounting for 33.3% of the workforce, followed by managers at 16.7%. The most common industries of employment include hospitals (6.1%), accounting services (3.8%), and computer system design (3.6%).

Burwood Heights is well-connected to public transport. The nearest train station is Burwood Station, approximately a 2-minute walk from the suburb's boundary, serviced by the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line, T3 Bankstown Line, and T9 Northern Line.

Several bus routes serve the area, including the 410, 418, 420, and 483, providing access to various parts of Sydney. Liverpool Road and Burwood Road host bus stops for convenient access.

While Burwood Heights itself is primarily residential with limited public facilities, residents have access to nearby parks. Henley Park, located in adjacent Enfield, offers a range of amenities, including sports fields, cricket nets, a 1.5km walking track, outdoor exercise equipment, barbecues, picnic shelters, and playgrounds.

Additionally, the Burwood Council maintains several parks and reserves in the surrounding areas, featuring facilities such as outdoor fitness stations, enclosed playgrounds, dog off-leash areas, and picnic spots.

The real estate market in Burwood Heights comprises a mix of residential properties, including houses and apartments. As of April 2025, the median price for units is approximately $753,000, with a rental yield of 4.6%. The median weekly rent for units is around $650.

For houses, the market is more limited, with fewer transactions. Recent sales have indicated prices ranging from $2 million to over $4 million, depending on the property's size and features.

While there are no schools within Burwood Heights, residents have access to educational facilities in neighbouring suburbs. For early childhood education, Little Zak's Academy offers modern facilities and a range of activities, including soccer, gardening, music, and arts and crafts.

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