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Blayney has an estimated 7,885 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Blayney.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 190 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, the Blayney Statistical Area (Lv2) is a scenic rural region celebrated for its picturesque rolling hills, fertile farmlands, and distinguished colonial architectural heritage. Known for its strong sense of community and premium agricultural yields across wool, grain, and livestock, the district also offers rich outdoor lifestyle amenities including gardens, parks, bushwalking, and birdwatching. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Blayney to be approximately 7,885 people. This latest population estimate date represents an increase of 368 people (4.9%) over the 2021 Census population count of 7,517, combining an ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,855 recorded as of June 2025 with 267 validated new addresses registered since the Census.
Demographically and economically, Blayney exhibits moderate population growth paired with notable structural strengths.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 190 kilometres west from Sydney CBD, the Blayney Statistical Area (Lv2) is a scenic rural region celebrated for its picturesque rolling hills, fertile farmlands, and distinguished colonial architectural heritage. Known for its strong sense of community and premium agricultural yields across wool, grain, and livestock, the district also offers rich outdoor lifestyle amenities including gardens, parks, bushwalking, and birdwatching. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Blayney to be approximately 7,885 people. This latest population estimate date represents an increase of 368 people (4.9%) over the 2021 Census population count of 7,517, combining an ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,855 recorded as of June 2025 with 267 validated new addresses registered since the Census.
Demographically and economically, Blayney exhibits moderate population growth paired with notable structural strengths.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,495 in 2001 and 7,855 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,885 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 13.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.5%.
Blayney ranks in the 63rd percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 59th for sales activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Blayney is $511 a week, up 6.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 12% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.0%.
12% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $294 in 2017, $520 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $218 in 2017, $355 in 2025. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Unwin Street, Millthorpe NSW 2798 | $860,000 | 28 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Palmer Street, Blayney NSW 2799 | $635,000 | 27 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1 Victoria Street, Millthorpe NSW 2798 | $815,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Hoynes Circuit, Blayney NSW 2799 | $780,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 269 Guyong Road, Blayney NSW 2799 | $1,040,000 | 19 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Amesbury Close, Millthorpe NSW 2798 | $610,775 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Somers Place, Blayney NSW 2799 | $618,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 3 New Street Lyndhurst NSW 2797 | $300,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 129 Adelaide Street, Blayney NSW 2799 | $435,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 73 Pittman Drive, Browns Creek NSW 2799 | $1,220,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 41 residential sales recorded since 9 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 28 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 41, houses and units together, was $635,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $511 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $665k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $579k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $635,000 | Median of the 41 most recent residential sales, settled 9 Jun 2026 to 28 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $520 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Orange | $548 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Orange, over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central West | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central West, over 12 months | +6.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 171 tracked applications: 55 approved, 26 under assessment, 90 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Blayney (2 under construction) and 77 more in the surrounding area.
The Blayney Multipurpose Service (MPS) Redevelopment is an essential regional health facility upgrade delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW and Taylor Construction.
Two town-scale solar farms (approximately 4.99 MW AC each) with battery energy storage systems (BESS) on two separate lots at 180 Greghamstown Road, Blayney. Each site includes around 10 MWh of BESS and approximately 5,150 solar panels (around 10,300 panels combined).
A 145 MW wind farm comprising 38 GE wind turbines with 3.8 MW capacity each and 137m rotor diameter. The project generates approximately 450 GWh of clean electricity annually, equivalent to powering 80,000 Australian homes and avoiding over 330,000 tonnes of carbon emissions per year. Construction commenced in April 2022 and was completed in early 2024.
A local house-and-land subdivision in Blayney delivering approximately 40 lots across about 2.6 hectares. The estate is sold out and new homes have been progressively constructed on Hoynes Circuit and Plumb Street.
Newmont's Cadia Continued Operations Project is a State Significant Development application (SSD-71290981) to extend mine life at Cadia in the Blayney Shire, NSW, from its current 2031 approval to about 2050.
Blayney Shire Council is delivering beautification and accessibility upgrades across Blayney Showground and the Blayney and Millthorpe town centres. Stage 1 of the Millthorpe Village Centre MasterPlan is underway, encompassing streetscape upgrades, improved stormwater management, pedestrian safety works, and formalised parking in Victoria Street.
A rolling program of safety and capacity improvements along approximately 50 kilometres of the Mitchell Highway between Bathurst and Orange. Works include flexible safety barriers, widened centrelines, overtaking lanes, intersection upgrades, shoulder sealing, rumble strips, and roadside guardrails. Multiple stages have been completed since 2019.
New road infrastructure connecting southern Orange developments to main transport network, improving traffic flow and development access.
A major expansion and enhancement of the Orange Health Service. Recent milestones include the completion of the World Class End of Life Care expansion in March 2026, which added three dedicated palliative care bedrooms, support spaces, and a landscaped courtyard.
Comprehensive medical facility incorporating Ramsay Surgical Centre Orange, GP clinics, medical specialists, surgical facilities, pathology, medical imaging, pharmacy and Orange Rural Clinical School. Complete one-stop fully integrated medical centre with multiple healthcare services.
Orange's newest family estate featuring 33 residential land lots. Conveniently located 5 minutes from the city centre with registered land ready for immediate construction. Development offers modern city facilities combined with relaxed regional living at affordable prices.
Alchemy Orange is an exclusive masterplanned community designed around 40,000sqm of landscaped parkland, featuring a spring-fed lake and architectural residences. The project consists of 56 new homes, with the first 36 homes accelerated into construction in 2026 through the NSW Government's Pre-sale Finance Guarantee.
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Estimated completion year of the 42 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 4, 2026 7, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 5, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 22 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 171 substantial development applications lodged in and around Blayney over the past 5 years, 131 in the last 12 months; 26 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 13, 2023 9, 2024 6, 2025 12, 2026 (to Nov) 131.
Key application 62 Osman Street, Blayney Retail | $2.0m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 171 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 131 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 37 | ABS building approvals | 49th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 26 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Blayney SA2 include: Blayney Multipurpose Service Redevelopment (Construction); Masterplan & Detailed Designs for Blayney Shire (Construction); Flyers Creek Wind Farm (Completed); Blayney 4C & 7C Solar Project (Dev. Application); and Evans Park Estate (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Blayney SA2 spans multiple sectors including Energy, Social Infrastructure, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Blayney when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Blayney SA2 area has seen 79 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Blayney SA2's current population of 7,885 has been supported by 37 approvals on average over recent years.
The Blayney SA2 has seen 4.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 213 people in the Blayney SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Blayney SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 37, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Blayney SA2 has grown by approximately 351 people, while 184 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Blayney reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,885 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,517 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 368 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1,642.67 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Blayney SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,885 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,855 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The blayney sa2 has added approximately 368 people and shown a 4.90% increase from the 7,517 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Blayney SA2 is estimated at 4 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Blayney SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Blayney SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (38.7%), Interstate migration (34.5%), Overseas migration (26.8%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 38.7% of overall population gains.
Blayney's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Blayney SA2 at 42 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Blayney is comparable to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) yet 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Blayney SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Blayney SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Blayney SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.6% of the population in the Blayney SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.4% of the population in the Blayney SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,481 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,036 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,548 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $765 | 2021 Census, weekly | 41st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,977 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Blayney SA2 is approximately $61,148. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,481.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Blayney SA2 is approximately $74,504. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,036.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Blayney SA2 is approximately $61,148 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,481 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Blayney SA2 is approximately $74,504 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,036 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Blayney SA2's households (~32.5% / 902 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Blayney SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.5% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Blayney SA2 is $1,548/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Blayney SA2 is $1,977/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Blayney SA2 is $765/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Blayney SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,481, with an average of $70,036. This is slightly lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $55,733 and average of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,148 (median) and $74,504 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Blayney SA2 is $5,903 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The blayney sa2's disposable income is $5,903 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Blayney shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,230 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,316 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,357 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Blayney SA2 has approximately 4,230 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Blayney SA2 stands at 2.9%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Blayney SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.4% of employment), agriculture, forestry & fishing (12.2%), and retail trade (8.6%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Blayney SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force remained stable. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Blayney SA2 is 69.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The blayney sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 12.2% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The blayney sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 11.8% growth, ranking 6th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Blayney: university qualifications 18.5%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 941.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
18.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Blayney SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
39.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Blayney SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The blayney sa2 ranks in the 26th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Blayney SA2 are: Certificate (32.2%), Bachelor Degree (13.2%), Advanced Diploma (9.4%).
30.4% of the population in the Blayney SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 9.0% in secondary school, 2.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Blayney SA2 is 941, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Blayney SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 990 students.
The blayney sa2 includes 6 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Blayney features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,772 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,908 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Blayney SA2 had 2,772 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.9% to an estimated 2,908 households today.
The average household size in the Blayney SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.6%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,015 family households, couples with children account for 30.3% of all households, couples without children at home 30.2%, and single parent families 10.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Blayney SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Blayney SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.3% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 25.6% of all households in the Blayney SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.7% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Blayney placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 98.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
Blayney was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.7% of its population being citizens, 93.3% born in Australia, and 98.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Blayney was found to be Christianity, which makes up 63.6% of people in Blayney. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Blayney are Australian, comprising 34.5% of the population, English, comprising 32.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.2% of Blayney (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.1% (vs 8.0%) and Maltese at 0.4% (vs 0.4%).
6.7% of the Blayney SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
1.7% of the population in the Blayney SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.2% of the Blayney SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
91.7% of the Blayney SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Blayney is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.7% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $270 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Blayney SA2, 41.8% of homes are owned outright, 35.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.7% of dwellings in the Blayney SA2 are houses.
In the Blayney SA2, 0.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Blayney SA2 stands at 41.8%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Blayney SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Blayney SA2 is $804, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Blayney SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 22.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Blayney SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Blayney SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 22.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 17.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Blayney SA2 consists of 95.7% detached houses, 3.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.8% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Blayney consumes approximately 12.0% of median household income ($6,703 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Blayney show attached dwellings contributing 3% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 97% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Blayney is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the Blayney SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Blayney SA2, 5.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.3% of people in the Blayney SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the Blayney SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.1% of people in the Blayney SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Blayney SA2, 52.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 50 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 50th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 320 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 821 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 47 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 320 public transport stops within the Blayney SA2.
The Blayney SA2 has 821 weekly trips across 47 routes, averaging 117 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 167 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 3.2 km away and the nearest GP 6.9 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 320 stops nearby, 821 weekly trips, access rating 50 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 38th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 7.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 9.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 13.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 27.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 29.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 29.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 4 long day care centres with 156 places in Blayney, about 3.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Blayney when compared nationally.
Blayney has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Blayney's affordable property market has recorded 206 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 70% residential, 15% commercial and 15% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Blayney reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Blayney's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment environment in Blayney shows above-average strength when compared nationally.
Education in Blayney: university qualifications 18.5%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 941.
Blayney features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Blayney placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Blayney is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Blayney is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Blayney has an estimated 7,885 residents, up 4.9% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Blayney.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Blayney.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (103041076). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Blayney from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Blayney with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
