Rental stress a reality for the Illawarra: Compass Housing report

Brendan Crabb
Updated August 22 2018 - 2:38pm, first published 2:37pm
Want to rent comfortably in the Illawarra? Here’s how much more you need to earn
Want to rent comfortably in the Illawarra? Here’s how much more you need to earn

Sydney-style rents but lower incomes mean many renters in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven are facing housing stress, a report suggests. 

The Affordable Housing Income Gap Report, released on Tuesday by community housing provider Compass Housing, measures housing affordability for renters. 

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Brendan Crabb

Brendan Crabb

Illawarra property reporter

I'm a member of ACM's national property team, covering the Illawarra and South Coast. Based in Albion Park, NSW, I write about exciting, interesting or just downright quirky properties that have been listed for sale, major sales, market trends, auctions and more. One of my favourite aspects of being a journalist is I believe everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?

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