Lakemba Property Investment Overview
Suburb research data for Lakemba, NSW 2195 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.
Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026🔓 Unlock the full research view
Free account unlocks: confidence score, risk flags, data-quality notes, cashflow snapshot and due-diligence checklist for Lakemba.
Free forever · no credit card · 30 seconds to set up
📍 Suburb Overview
🛡️ Safety & Crime
Lakemba shows around-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.
Investment Signals
Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.
Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.
Price History
🏫 Schools
🏷️ Recent Sales
Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.
| Address | Sold | Price | Type | Land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Moreton St, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-11 | $486,000 | Residence | — |
| 249 Lakemba St, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-10 | $578,000 | Residence | — |
| 34 Moreton St, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-10 | $1,450,000 | Residence | 385 m² |
| 5 Bellevue Ave, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-09 | $650,000 | Residence | — |
| 49 Wangee Rd, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-09 | $445,000 | Residence | — |
| 6 Haldon St, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-05 | $680,000 | Residence | 177 m² |
| 42 Fairmount St, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-05 | $515,000 | Residence | — |
| 602 Punchbowl Rd, Lakemba NSW 2195 | 2026-06-05 | $500,000 | Residence | — |
| 🔓 Sign up free to unlock all 8 recent sales in Lakemba | ||||
🔄 Compare & Explore
Lakemba's 3.2% gross rental yield is above the NSW median of 2.1%, across 1,679 NSW suburbs with public data.
Similar suburbs in NSW by price range, ranked by yield:
💰 Cashflow Snapshot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakemba a good suburb to invest in?
Lakemba has a high renter proportion (74%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.
What is the median house price in Lakemba?
The median house price in Lakemba is approximately $560,000 based on 2026 public data.
What is the rental yield in Lakemba?
The indicative gross rental yield in Lakemba is 3.2%, based on a median weekly rent of $350 against a median price of $560,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.
How does Lakemba compare to other suburbs?
Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Lakemba against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.
Is Lakemba a safe suburb?
Lakemba shows around-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.
What schools are in Lakemba?
Lakemba has 3 known schools, including Hampden Park Public School, Lakemba Public School, Canterbury Vale School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.
Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?
PropertyScoutAU uses public and government datasets where available, including price, demographic and rental indicators. Coverage varies by suburb and some fields may be estimated or unavailable. See our data sources page for full details.