2216 Postcode
Complete Buyer's Guide 2026

Buying in the 2216 Postcode — What You Need to Know

The 2216 postcode covers four distinct suburbs in the heart of Sydney's St George district: Brighton-Le-Sands, Rockdale, Banksia, and Kyeemagh. Together, they form one of the most diverse property markets in southern Sydney — offering everything from beachside apartments to family homes on tree-lined streets, with median house prices ranging from approximately $1.4M in Banksia to $2.3M in Brighton-Le-Sands.

Brighton-Le-Sands is the lifestyle jewel of the 2216 — a beachside suburb with a thriving restaurant strip, water views, and strong capital growth history. The best streets for buyers in 2026 include Princess Street (quiet, tree-lined, walking distance to the beach), Crawford Road (family-friendly with larger block sizes), and Bay Street (the social hub with direct beach access). Median house prices sit around $2.2–$2.4M with units from $650K.

Rockdale is the commercial and transport hub of the postcode, with train access to the CBD in under 20 minutes. It offers three distinct micro-markets: the family zone east of the station (leafy streets, Federation homes), the investor zone around the town centre (new apartments, strong rental demand), and the commercial/mixed-use corridor along Princes Highway. Median house prices hover around $1.6–$1.8M with units from $580K.

Banksia is a suburb that smart buyers are increasingly targeting — it offers Rockdale-level train access at a 10–15% price discount. The best streets include Highclere Avenue and Railway Street, which combine quiet residential character with genuine walkability to the station. Median house prices sit around $1.4–$1.6M, making it one of the strongest value propositions in the 2216.

Kyeemagh is the smallest and quietest suburb in the postcode — a hidden pocket between Brighton-Le-Sands and the airport with a village feel that belies its proximity to everything. Best streets include Mutch Avenue and Owen Avenue, both offering wide frontages and a community atmosphere. Median house prices are approximately $1.5–$1.7M, with very limited stock creating consistent demand.

This guide is updated annually with current market data, best street recommendations, and insights from Michael Kalinovski — who has sold over 700 homes across these four suburbs over the past 25+ years. For a personalised assessment of any property in the 2216, request a free property appraisal or call Michael directly.