New South Wales House Suburbs

Overview

New South Wales is Australia’s most populous state, with an estimated 8,095,430 residents at the end of 2021, accounting for roughly 31 % of the nation’s total. Almost two‑thirds of those people live in the Greater Sydney region, concentrating demand for housing and shaping a varied mix of dwellings across the coastal strip and inland centres.

The state drives the national economy, anchored by a service sector that supplies almost 80 % of economic activity and 90 % of employment. Major merchandise exports include coal, copper, beef and aluminium, while education, tourism and financial services have shown strong growth; construction contributed 8 % of gross state product in 2020‑21, with manufacturing and mining adding 6 % and 2 % respectively, underscoring a diversified base that influences both rental dynamics and long‑term affordability.