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South Hurstville - Blakehurst has an estimated 27,509 residents, up 8.9% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in South Hurstville - Blakehurst.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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South Hurstville - Blakehurst Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 16 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 27,509 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 25,259 people, this represents estimated growth of 2,250 people (8.9%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 27,385 as of June 2025 and 583 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. The area has a high overseas-born population, a strong apartment presence, a well-educated community, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24yo, and an elevated Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers, many in group households, and the area combines above-average education with substantial cultural diversity. Population growth is described as moderate. The location's suburban character and urban convenience sit alongside green parks, scenic waterways and nature reserves that provide recreational opportunities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 16 kilometres southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 27,509 as of Aug 2026. Compared with the 2021 Census count of 25,259 people, this represents estimated growth of 2,250 people (8.9%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 27,385 as of June 2025 and 583 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. The area has a high overseas-born population, a strong apartment presence, a well-educated community, a notable proportion of residents aged 15 to 24yo, and an elevated Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers, many in group households, and the area combines above-average education with substantial cultural diversity. Population growth is described as moderate. The location's suburban character and urban convenience sit alongside green parks, scenic waterways and nature reserves that provide recreational opportunities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 21,160 in 2001 and 27,385 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 27,509 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 18.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.3%.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 88th for health.
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 South Hurstville - Blakehurst is $792 a week, up 4.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.3%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $666 in 2017, $952 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $474 in 2017, $690 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Blakesley Road, South Hurstville NSW 2221 | $1,717,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 705/12 Woniora Road, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $673,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5/44 Empress Street, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $1,045,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/23 Bellevue Parade, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $810,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 12/114 George Street, South Hurstville NSW 2221 | $1,325,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11 Lynwood Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $2,075,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1001/12 Woniora Road, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $880,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 108/2 Woniora Road, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $780,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 10/25 Woids Avenue, Hurstville NSW 2220 | $726,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1/3 Walton Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $1,510,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 28 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,045,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 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 | $792 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.27m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $810k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,045,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 28 Jul 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $952 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $690 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | 0.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Hurstville | $734 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hurstville, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner South West | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner South West, over 12 months | +3.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 181 tracked applications: 92 approved, 32 under assessment, 57 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in South Hurstville - Blakehurst and 89 more in the surrounding area.
Known as the Landmark Square Precinct, this urban renewal project involves the rezoning and redevelopment of a prominent site into a high-density mixed-use hub.
A long-term proposal to extend Sydney Metro south from Sydenham to Hurstville by converting two of the four Illawarra line tracks to metro standard, with eight new stations between Tempe and Hurstville over about 9 kilometres. Transport for NSW has described it as the fifth stage of Sydney's Rail Future.
Boutique residential development comprising 57 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments across a multi-storey building designed by stu+FF studio. The project features landscaped communal open space, basement parking, and contemporary finishes in South Hurstville. Planning approval was granted under DA2021/0456 by Georges River Council.
Approved commercial building development at 282 Forest Road, Hurstville. No reliable evidence was found that the project has commenced construction or reached completion. The site forms part of the ongoing commercial renewal of the Forest Road corridor within the Hurstville strategic centre.
A $700 million mixed-use precinct by Fridcorp featuring 563 apartments across four sculptural towers (8 to 21 levels) designed by DKO Architecture with interiors by Woods Bagot.
Horizon Hurstville is the final building in the Beyond masterplanned precinct at Kempt Field, delivering 179 one, two and three bedroom apartments above a mixed-use residential and retail setting.
A rare waterfront development opportunity on Shipwrights Bay comprising multiple land parcels totalling 2,649 sqm with over 80 metres of water frontage. The site includes an operating leasehold marina with approximately 50 berths, dual slipways, dry dock, restaurant space and boat servicing infrastructure.
A $120 million luxury residential development by TQM Design & Construct featuring 126 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments across two buildings connected by a podium (including one 13-storey tower and lower-rise elements).
A mixed-use development on the former Bing Lee site comprising a 14-storey high-rise with 219 residential apartments above ground-floor retail. The site was rezoned to B4 Mixed Use under Hurstville LEP Amendment No.13 (gazetted February 2019), with a maximum building height of 46.5 metres.
13-storey residential development at 33-35 Treacy Street by Wynn Construction Group with Stanisic Architects. Features 41 apartments with rooftop terrace, winter gardens, and views to Botany Bay and Sydney CBD.
Mixed use development including residential apartments and ground floor commercial/retail space. $8.4 million six-storey mixed-use development featuring 23 units (17 two-bedroom, 6 one-bedroom) plus ground floor commercial space. Located opposite Carlton train station with excellent transport connectivity.
DA-approved 6-18 storey mixed-use development comprising 349 apartments, 4,620sqm of commercial space, and 453 basement car spaces across 36,669sqm GFA. Currently offered for sale.
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Estimated completion year of the 47 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 12, 2027 13, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 181 substantial development applications lodged in and around South Hurstville - Blakehurst over the past 5 years, 136 in the last 12 months; 32 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 13, 2023 16, 2024 6, 2025 8, 2026 (to Oct) 135.
Key application 3 West Street, Hurstville Multi-Resi | $23m | 51 dwellings | 15 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 181 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 136 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 86 | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 92 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 32 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 include: Landmark Square Precinct (53-75 Forest Road) (Dev. Approval); Allen & George South Hurstville (Planning); Sydney Metro - Future Sydenham to Hurstville Extension (Proposed); Horizon Hurstville (Construction); and Lotus Residence Hurstville (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions South Hurstville - Blakehurst among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 area has seen 169 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2's current population of 27,509 has been supported by 86 approvals on average over recent years.
The South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has seen 3.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 344 people in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 86, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has grown by approximately 1,641 people, while 430 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Population growth drivers in South Hurstville - Blakehurst are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,509 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,408 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 25,259 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,250 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.24 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 was estimated to be approximately 27,509 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 27,385 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2 has added approximately 2,250 people and shown a 8.91% increase from the 25,259 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is estimated at 4,409 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.9% per annum.
Population growth in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (95.9%), Natural increase (4.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.9% of overall population gains.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.3% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.4% | 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 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, South Hurstville - Blakehurst is comparable to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 15.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 12.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Sydney.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.1% of the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.0% of the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,480 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,583 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,097 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $780 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,221 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is approximately $61,147. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,480.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is approximately $89,979. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,583.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is approximately $61,147 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,480 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is approximately $89,979 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,583 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2's households (~31.3% / 2,591 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.3% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $2,097/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $2,221/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $780/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,480, with an average of $84,583. This is extremely high nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,147 (median) and $89,979 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $7,574 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2's disposable income is $7,574 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in South Hurstville - Blakehurst demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 16,720 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 21,060 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 17,089 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has approximately 16,720 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.2%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 stands at 2.2%, which is 2.0 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.4% of employment), retail trade (10.9%), and professional & technical (10.8%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is 71.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 16.4% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
39.8% of people aged 15 and over in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
34.7% of people aged 15 and over in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2 ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (26.7%), Certificate (12.9%), Advanced Diploma (12.5%).
31.6% of the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.2% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, 8.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is 1080, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 9 schools within the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,179 students.
The south hurstville - blakehurst sa2 includes 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst features high concentrations of group households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,286 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 9,024 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 had 8,286 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.9% to an estimated 9,024 households today.
The average household size in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.5%), group households (4.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 6,355 family households, couples with children account for 38.9% of all households, couples without children at home 25.3%, and single parent families 10.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 18.5% of all households in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.8% of households, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 50.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 60.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 74.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 50.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
South Hurstville - Blakehurst is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 50.0% of its population born overseas and 60.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in South Hurstville - Blakehurst was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.8% of people in South Hurstville - Blakehurst. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 9.2% of the population, compared to 5.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in South Hurstville - Blakehurst are Chinese, comprising 26.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Other, comprising 16.7% of the population, and English, comprising 11.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 19.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 9.2% of South Hurstville - Blakehurst (vs 1.9% across Greater Sydney), Macedonian at 2.1% (vs 0.4%) and Croatian at 1.5% (vs 0.7%).
50.0% of the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
60.6% of the population in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.5% of the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
74.1% of the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 55.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, 36.2% of homes are owned outright, 33.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 30.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 55.2% of dwellings in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 are houses.
In the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, 33.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 stands at 36.2%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $2,600, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is $1,513, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 23.4% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 consists of 55.2% detached houses, 11.2% semi-detached dwellings, 33.4% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in South Hurstville - Blakehurst consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($9,080 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in South Hurstville - Blakehurst show attached dwellings contributing 53% of approvals compared to 45% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 47% of applications versus 55% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
Around 59.2% of people in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, 5.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
4.1% of people in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2, 59.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 76 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 76th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 126 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 81st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,276 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 218 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 23 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 40.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 126 public transport stops within the South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2.
The South Hurstville - Blakehurst SA2 has 6,276 weekly trips across 23 routes, averaging 896 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 133 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 326 m away and the nearest school 379 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 126 stops nearby, 6,276 weekly trips, access rating 76 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 84th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 326 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 379 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 523 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 609 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 703 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 725 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 760 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 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 9 long day care centres with 483 places in South Hurstville - Blakehurst, about 2.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions South Hurstville - Blakehurst among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst ranks in the 56th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst's established property market has recorded 453 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in South Hurstville - Blakehurst are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in South Hurstville - Blakehurst demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst features high concentrations of group households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
South Hurstville - Blakehurst has an estimated 27,509 residents, up 8.9% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in South Hurstville - Blakehurst.
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 South Hurstville - Blakehurst.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households 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 (119031374). 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, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for South Hurstville - Blakehurst 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 South Hurstville - Blakehurst 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.
