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
Median House Price
$560,000
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
3.2%
Weekly Rent
$350
Renter Demand
74%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.0%
Low — tight market
Population
17,092
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2195
Median house price $560,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $350/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 3.2% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 74.3%
Vacancy rate 1.00%
Population 17,092
Median household income $63,804/yr
Owner-occupied 25.7%
Median age 32 yrs
Total dwellings 3,869

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Moderate reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 45

Lakemba shows around-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

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.

Low vacancy (1.0%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (74%) — strong rental demand base
🔵 Moderate reported crime (45 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: NSW_FairTrading_BondLodgements. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 2
Primary 2
Secondary 0
Schools in Lakemba
Hampden Park Public School Primary · Government
Lakemba Public School Primary · Government
Canterbury Vale School Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ 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
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

🔄 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:

Gillieston Heights, NSW
5.0% yield
$444,900
Windradyne, NSW
4.4% yield
$415,000
Bringelly, NSW
4.3% yield
$610,900
Chippendale, NSW
4.3% yield
$625,000
Menangle Park, NSW
4.3% yield
$603,000
Bringelly, NSW
4.2% yield
$625,000
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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $560,000
Deposit (20%) $112,000
Loan (80% LVR) $448,000
Weekly rent $350/wk
Annual rent income $18,200/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ 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.

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