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Sydney

Australia

Sydney is a major university destination in Australia. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.

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Safety 78/100
Affordability 27/100
Student-friendly 94/100
Nightlife 89/100
Transport 88/100

Last reviewed: 2026-08-26. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

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Neighborhood ranking

Best neighborhoods for students

  1. Newtown–Camperdown 98/100
  2. CBD–Ultimo 94/100
  3. Kensington–Randwick 94/100
  4. Parramatta 94/100

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

  1. CBD–Ultimo 94/100
  2. Newtown–Camperdown 98/100
  3. Kensington–Randwick 94/100
  4. Parramatta 94/100

Best neighborhoods for quiet living

  1. Newtown–Camperdown 98/100
  2. Kensington–Randwick 94/100
  3. Parramatta 94/100
  4. CBD–Ultimo 94/100

Best neighborhoods for low rent

  1. Parramatta 350 EUR
  2. Kensington–Randwick 420 EUR
  3. Newtown–Camperdown 430 EUR
  4. CBD–Ultimo 470 EUR

Best neighborhoods for safety

  1. Parramatta 94/100
  2. Newtown–Camperdown 98/100
  3. Kensington–Randwick 94/100
  4. CBD–Ultimo 94/100

Neighborhood cards

Where to live in Sydney

Newtown–Camperdown

Student hub

Newtown–Camperdown is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
430 EUR
Studio
697 EUR
Apartment
989 EUR
Safety 78 Student-friendly 98 Nightlife 71 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 98/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 430 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Sydney.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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CBD–Ultimo

Nightlife

CBD–Ultimo is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
470 EUR
Studio
761 EUR
Apartment
1,081 EUR
Safety 75 Student-friendly 94 Nightlife 89 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 94/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 470 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Technology Sydney.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Kensington–Randwick

Student hub

Kensington–Randwick is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
420 EUR
Studio
680 EUR
Apartment
966 EUR
Safety 78 Student-friendly 94 Nightlife 71 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 94/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 420 EUR.
  • Useful for UNSW Sydney.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Parramatta

Work hub

Parramatta is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
350 EUR
Studio
567 EUR
Apartment
805 EUR
Safety 81 Student-friendly 94 Nightlife 71 Commute 88
Pros
  • student-friendly: 94/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 350 EUR.
  • Useful for Western Sydney University.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Study

Major universities in Sydney

Rent analysis

Average rent by neighborhood

Indicative monthly asking levels for rooms, studios and apartments.

CBD–Ultimo
470 EUR
Newtown–Camperdown
430 EUR
Kensington–Randwick
420 EUR
Parramatta
350 EUR
Neighborhood cardsRoomStudioApartment
CBD–Ultimo470 EUR761 EUR1,081 EUR
Newtown–Camperdown430 EUR697 EUR989 EUR
Kensington–Randwick420 EUR680 EUR966 EUR
Parramatta350 EUR567 EUR805 EUR

Cheapest: Parramatta, Kensington–Randwick, Newtown–Camperdown

Mid-range: Parramatta, Kensington–Randwick, Newtown–Camperdown

Premium: CBD–Ultimo, Newtown–Camperdown, Kensington–Randwick

Safety

Safety notes

Safer neighborhoods

Newtown–Camperdown, Kensington–Randwick, Parramatta

Areas to be careful with

nodi di trasporto affollati e aree nightlife a tarda ora, strade isolate e rientri dopo l’ultimo servizio

  • Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.

Student perspective: Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Nightlife

Where to go out

CBD–Ultimo

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Newtown–Camperdown

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Transport

Getting around Sydney

Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.

Metro Sydney MetroSydney TrainsLight Rail
Tram / busBus e ferry completano i corridoi ferroviari.
TrainTransport data under review
Pass info Verify the current student product, age or residence conditions and the required proof directly with the operator.
WalkabilityTransport data under review
Bike-friendlinessTransport data under review

Transport sources Transport for NSW

Cost of living

Monthly budget estimate

Reference monthly budget Data under review

Spending items

Food Data under review
Transport Data under review
Utilities Data under review
Coffee / bars Data under review

Figures are not published until they are checked and linked to a source.

Decision guide

Pros and cons of living in Sydney

5 strengths

  1. Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.
  2. University of Sydney: poli di studio rilevanti per la città.
  3. Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.
  4. Casa, distanza dal campus e consumi sono le variabili che incidono di più; le cifre non sono preventivi garantiti.
  5. CBD–Ultimo, Newtown–Camperdown, Kensington–Randwick sono tra le zone analizzate nella guida.

5 drawbacks

  1. Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.
  2. Fast-changing availability
  3. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

FAQ

Questions about moving to Sydney

Which area is best for a student?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

How much should I budget for a room?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Does the map show every official boundary?

No. It shows validated real areas useful for orientation; the map note states the source and coverage limits.