Islington NSW 2296 — House Prices, Rent & Suburb Profile
Islington is a suburb in New South Wales (postcode 2296). The median sale price is $935k (+137% since 2012). The median weekly rent is $673/week, a gross rental yield of about 3.7%. It has a population of about 2,026 (ABS Census 2021).
Median sale price trend
| Year | Median sale price |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $777,500 |
| 2022 | $850,000 |
| 2023 | $830,000 |
| 2024 | $840,500 |
| 2025 | $897,500 |
| 2026 | $935,000 |
Source: NSW Valuer General bulk property sales. Medians shown only where there are enough sales.
Housing mix
Predominantly house (61% of recorded sales, most commonly around 0-300㎡ land).
Demographics (ABS Census 2021)
- Population: 2,026
- Median age: 35
- Median weekly household income: $1,828
- Average household size: 2.1
Socio-economic profile (ABS SEIFA 2021)
- IRSAD (relative advantage/disadvantage): score 1033 · 76th percentile in Australia
- IEO (education & occupation): score 1080 · 91th percentile
Higher score = relatively more advantaged. This is a socio-economic index, not a measure of school or teaching quality. Source: ABS SEIFA 2021 (CC BY).
Schools in Islington
- Islington Public School · Primary School
Schools located within the suburb boundary. For catchments and results, see the official My School / NSW sources.
Transport
Nearest station: Hamilton Station (train), about 0.6 km from the suburb centre.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median house price in Islington?
The median sale price in Islington NSW 2296 is $935,000, up 137% since 2012. Based on NSW Valuer General sales data.
What is the average weekly rent in Islington?
The median weekly rent in Islington (postcode 2296) is $673 per week. Source: NSW DCJ rental bonds.
What is the rental yield in Islington?
The estimated gross rental yield in Islington is about 3.7%, based on the median weekly rent relative to the median sale price.
What schools are in Islington?
Schools located in Islington include Islington Public School.
Nearby suburbs
- Hamilton North 2292
- Wickham 2293
- Hamilton 2303
- Newcastle West 2302
- Maryville 2293
- Tighes Hill 2297
- Georgetown 2298
- Mayfield East 2304
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Data: NSW Valuer General (sales & land value), NSW DCJ (rents), ABS Census & SEIFA 2021, TfNSW (transport). Figures are medians and estimates for general information only, not valuations or advice.