Blacktown - West

Population growth drivers in Blacktown - West are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Blacktown - West's population is 19,325 as of Feb 2026. This figure reflects a growth of 2,184 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 17,141. The increase was inferred from ABS' June 2024 estimated resident population of 17,786 and an additional 255 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 4,129 persons per square kilometer, placing Blacktown - West in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate exceeded both its SA3 area (7.2%) and the state level during this period. Overseas migration contributed approximately 80.5% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Future population trends indicate above median growth is projected, with Blacktown - West expected to increase by 2,694 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 6.0% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Blacktown - West when compared nationally

Blacktown - West has seen approximately 158 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 794 homes. As of FY26, 66 approvals have been recorded. On average, 0.5 new residents per year per dwelling were added between FY21 and FY25. The average construction value was $133,000, below regional norms, indicating affordable housing options.

This financial year has seen $3.6 million in commercial approvals. Compared to Greater Sydney, Blacktown - West has 56.0% more building activity per person. New building activity comprises 65.0% detached houses and 35.0% townhouses or apartments, offering a mix of housing options. With around 276 people per dwelling approval, the market is developing.

By 2041, Blacktown - West is projected to grow by 1,155 residents, with current construction levels expected to meet demand adequately.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects that may affect this region. Notable projects include Blacktown City Council's WestInvest Program, Stage 2 Expansion of Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals, St Maurice Village, and Blacktown Quarter. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Blacktown - West remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Blacktown - West has an unemployment rate of 5.1% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.6% over the past year. There are 9,566 residents in work, and the unemployment rate is 0.9% higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is at 70.0%, equal to Greater Sydney's level.

A high proportion of residents, 30.4%, work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and retail trade. The area has a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share 2.1 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services have lower representation at 6.0%, compared to the regional average of 11.5%.

Over the year ending September 2025, employment increased by 4.6% while labour force grew by 4.3%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.1% and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Blacktown - West's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

Blacktown - West SA2 had median taxpayer income of $52,940 and average income of $60,049 in financial year 2023. This was lower than national averages, with Greater Sydney's median being $60,817 and average being $83,043. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $57,630 (median) and $65,369 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%. Household income ranked at the 56th percentile ($1,857 weekly), while personal income was at the 38th percentile. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band included 38.8% of individuals (7,498). High housing costs consumed 17.8% of income. Disposable income ranked at the 55th percentile, with SEIFA income ranking placing the area in the 4th decile.

Blacktown - West is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Blacktown - West, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.6% houses and 22.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Sydney metro's structure of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Blacktown - West was at 25.9%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (35.7%) or rented (38.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,100, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Blacktown - West was $410, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Blacktown - West's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,100 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $410 compared to the national figure of $375.

Blacktown - West features high concentrations of group households and family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 77.7% of all households, including 41.2% couples with children, 21.8% couples without children, and 12.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 22.3%, with lone person households at 18.1% and group households comprising 4.3%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Blacktown - West aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Blacktown residents aged 15+ holding university degrees stood at 29.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 38.0% as of the latest data point. This indicates a potential for educational development and skills enhancement in Blacktown. Bachelor degrees were the most common, held by 20.0% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials were prominent, with 29.5% of residents holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 18.6%.

Educational participation was high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.6% in primary, 7.6% in secondary, and 6.4% in tertiary education.

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

Blacktown - West has 102 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by 28 different routes that collectively facilitate 1,645 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 144 meters to the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward. The dominant mode of transportation is car, used by 78% of residents. Train and bus usage stands at 12% and 6%, respectively.

Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 30.4% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 235 trips per day, equating to approximately 16 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health performance in Blacktown - West is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges in Blacktown - West, as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notably high across both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 49% of the total population (~9,449 people) has private health cover, compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (6.6%) and diabetes (6.2%). A total of 73.4% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Under-65s in the area have better health outcomes than average. The population aged 65 and over comprises 15.1%, or 2,923 people. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Blacktown - West is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Blacktown-West has a population where 50.0% were born overseas, and 53.9% speak a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Blacktown-West, comprising 51.3% of its population. The percentage of people identifying as 'Other' (7.6%) is significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 1.4%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are 'Other' (24.7%), Australian (15.1%), and English (13.7%). Notably, Filipino (7.1% vs regional 2.0%), Indian (10.2% vs regional 3.6%), and Maltese (2.1% vs regional 1.0%) groups are overrepresented in Blacktown-West compared to the regional averages.

Blacktown - West's population is younger than the national pattern

Blacktown - West has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Sydney's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The 0-4 age group comprises 6.8%, compared to Greater Sydney. The 35-44 age group makes up 14.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 65-74 age group has increased from 6.9% to 7.8%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 16.9% to 16.1%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes in Blacktown - West. The 75-84 age group is projected to rise significantly, with an increase of 472 people (51%), from 935 to 1,408. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 60% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 25-34 and 5-14 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.