Bathurst - East

Bathurst - East lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Bathurst - East's population is approximately 13,600 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 1,270 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,330. The change is inferred from ABS estimates of 13,565 in June 2025 and validated new addresses of 305 since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 144 persons per square kilometer. Bathurst - East's growth of 10.3% since the 2021 census exceeded regional averages, with interstate migration contributing approximately 57.2% of overall population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas covered by this data, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 for areas not covered.

Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas from 2032 to 2041. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, Bathurst - East is forecasted to grow by 5,580 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 40.8% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Bathurst - East among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Bathurst - East has recorded approximately 107 residential property approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 537 homes. As of FY-26, 34 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 attracted 2.5 new residents annually, indicating strong demand that supports property values. The average expected construction cost value for new homes is $221,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options.

This financial year has seen $22.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting moderate commercial development levels. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Bathurst - East records 95.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. The area maintains a traditional low-density character with 86.0% standalone homes and 14.0% townhouses or apartments.

As of around 308 people per approval, Bathurst - East reflects a transitioning market. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 5,545 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Bathurst - East has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include The Gateway Bathurst, MIR Group Residential Subdivision, Pretty Heights Estate, and Hynash Constructions' 123-Lot Subdivision. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Bathurst - East exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Bathurst - East has an unemployment rate of 2.8% as of December 2025, with 7,154 residents employed. The area's unemployment rate is 1.2% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%, and its workforce participation stands at 68.6%, higher than the regional average of 60.5%. According to Census data, 11.5% of residents work from home.

Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Manufacturing employment is notably high, at 1.5 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 2.4%. Over the year to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.3%, with employment declining by 3.1%, leading to an unemployment rate increase of 0.8 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Applying these projections to Bathurst - East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Bathurst - East SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,479 and an average income of $65,243. This is slightly below the national average, compared to Regional NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Bathurst - East would be approximately $61,204 (median) and $71,976 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Bathurst - East cluster around the national median. Income distribution data shows 36.1% of the population (4,909 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 29.9% occupy this range. After housing expenses, 85.5% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Bathurst - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Bathurst - East's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.7% houses and 6.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bathurst - East stood at 34.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.5% and rented ones at 25.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,800, exceeding Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Bathurst - East was $360, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Bathurst - East's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Bathurst - East features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 77.9% of all households, including 34.2% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 14.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 22.1%, with lone person households at 19.7% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Bathurst - East fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 18.5%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (31.6%). Educational participation is high at 32.9%, with 11.7% in primary education, 10.7% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.7% in primary education, 10.7% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Bathurst - East has 228 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 55 different routes that together facilitate 910 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 139 meters from the nearest stop. As it is primarily residential, most commuting in Bathurst - East is outward-bound, and cars remain the dominant mode of transportation, used by 96% of residents. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 11.5% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 130 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately three weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this analysis and displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Bathurst - East is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Bathurst - East faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population, which is about 7058 people, slightly lagging behind the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 10.4 and 9.2% of residents respectively. About 64.2% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. There are 16.9% of residents aged 65 and over, which totals about 2292 people, lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Bathurst - East is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Bathurst-East, surveyed in June 2016, had a low cultural diversity with 91.1% of its population born in Australia, 92.3% being citizens, and 94.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 64.4%, compared to 55.9% regionally. The top three ancestral groups were Australian (32.8%), English (30.9%), and Irish (9.4%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 5.7% versus 4.6% regionally, while Lebanese and Sri Lankan populations were also slightly higher at 0.4% and 0.2%, respectively, compared to regional averages of 0.2% and 0.1%.

Bathurst - East's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Bathurst-East is 36 years, which is significantly lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 years and slightly younger than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 15-24 age group comprises 14.7% of the population in Bathurst-East, higher than Regional NSW's percentage. Conversely, the 65-74 age cohort makes up 9.2%, lower than Regional NSW's figure. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group has increased from 13.6% to 14.7% of Bathurst-East's population, while the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 15.6% to 14.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Bathurst-East. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 54%, adding 956 people and reaching a total of 2,716 from its current figure of 1,759.