Suburb comparison
Annandale vs Glebe — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Glebe commands a $233K premium on median property price over Annandale; Glebe has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Inner West
Annandale
2038
City of Sydney
Glebe
2037
Choose Annandale if...
- You want a lower entry price for a house
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
Choose Glebe if...
- School options within walking distance matter
- Glebe leads on 4 of the 5 head-to-head metrics
Common questions
- Is Annandale or Glebe more expensive?
- Glebe has the higher median house price ($2.58M) compared with $2.35M in Annandale.
- Which is better for renters — Annandale or Glebe?
- Median weekly rent is $799/wk in Annandale and $800/wk in Glebe, making Annandale the more affordable rental market.
- Is Annandale or Glebe at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Annandale vs Glebe?
- Annandale has 2 schools in the postcode, and Glebe has 3. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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