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Busby suburb profile

Busby is a south-west Sydney suburb within the City of Liverpool that feels quietly residential and family-oriented. The area comprises mostly modest single-storey houses on compact blocks, with pockets of newer infill and townhouse developments giving a mixed but low-rise streetscape. Local life centres on small shopping strips, community centres, primary schools and neighbourhood parks and sporting fields, while larger retail and services are available in nearby Liverpool. The suburb appeals to families and long-term residents who value practical, low-key living, with established bus services and road connections to the broader south-west of Sydney.

Busby property market performance

There haven't been enough recent unit sales to publish a reliable median unit price. The median house price is $1,065,000, having risen sharply, up 14.7% over the last 12 months.

There were 16 house sales in the past 3 months, and houses sold in a median of 26 days over the last 12 months.

The rental market in Busby averaged $600 for houses and $500 for units over the last 12 months. House rents rose a modest 3.4% and unit rents rose a modest 4.2% over the last 12 months, so rents for both property types increased at a similar pace.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
$1.06MN/A
Change in value
Past 12 months
14.7%N/A
Sold
Past 3 months
16N/A
Median days on market
Past 12 months
26N/A
Average rent
Past 12 months
$600$500
Change in rent
Past 12 months
3.4%4.2%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Busby demographics

The community numbers 4,446 people, with a median age of 32 and a median household income of $1,163 a week, roughly $60,476 a year.

Families make up the core of households: almost half are couple families with children (45.8%), while one-parent families account for about one in three (32.4%). Couple families without children represent 18.0% and other families 3.8% of the family mix.

Homes in Busby are more often rented than owner-occupied: 53.2% are rented compared with 46.8% owner-occupied, made up of 22.4% owned outright and 24.4% owned with a mortgage.

Suburbs near Busby

Some popular suburbs near Busby include:

  • Heckenberg: Established residential suburb in Sydney's south-west with several community parks.
  • Hinchinbrook: Family-friendly suburb on largely residential streets with local green pockets.
  • Green Valley: Leafy, established suburb featuring reserves and a quieter suburban atmosphere.
  • Miller: Predominantly residential area centred around community reserves and open sporting fields.
  • Sadleir: Small suburb within Liverpool, offering a simple, suburban character.

How does Busby compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Busby’s median house price is 10.1% lower than Hinchinbrook’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Busby have grown 4.4% higher than in Hinchinbrook.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Busby are selling 18.8% faster than in Green Valley.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Busby have grown 45.0% lower than the average rate of growth across Sydney.

Choose the right real estate agents in Busby

Choosing the right real estate agent in Busby can have a big impact on your sale. While there are 27 real estate agents working in the suburb, but just 5 of them were responsible for 48.8% of all property sales over the past year, showing a strong footprint and track record in the area.

Commission rates typically range from 1.82% to 2.33%, depending on the agent and what’s included. Comparing both performance and fee structures can help you find someone who's well-suited to your needs, and set them up for a successful result.

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