Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Blackbutt (NSW) has an estimated 3,488 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 45 projects tracked in the area around Blackbutt (NSW).
Updated 27 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 86 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Blackbutt (NSW) has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) estimated at around 3,488 as of Aug 2026. This reflects an increase of 197 people (6.0%) since the 2021 Census recorded 3,291 people, based on yearly SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates.
Residential housing features a strong semi-detached presence alongside solid outright home ownership, though local property sales activity remains relatively low compared to population size.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,136 in 2006 and 3,461 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,488 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 13.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.6%.
Blackbutt (NSW) ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for amenities and the 95th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Blackbutt (NSW) is $679 a week, up 6.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 17% above Rest of NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.8%.
17% above Rest of NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $484 in 2017, $715 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $350 in 2017, $568 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Westwood Drive, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $860,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/29 Parma Way, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $782,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 2/30 Falcon Street, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $920,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 18 Brolga Close, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $1,060,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 9/34 Albatross Drive, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $850,000 | 20 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 9/12 Glider Avenue, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $715,000 | 12 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 2/9 Bettong Street, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $725,000 | 5 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 30 Honey Eater Drive, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $1,235,000 | 29 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 5/29 Parma Way, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $710,000 | 19 Jun 2026 | Unit |
| 12 Egret Place, Blackbutt NSW 2529 | $1,450,000 | 17 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 3 Oct 2025 (the latest settled 18 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $922,500 (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 | $679 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $835k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $922,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 3 Oct 2025 to 18 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $568 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Kiama - Shellharbour | $729 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kiama - Shellharbour, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Illawarra | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Illawarra, over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 24 tracked applications: 15 approved, 2 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 45 projects in and around Blackbutt (NSW), 11 of them under construction.
Proposed hotel development on a 6,736 sqm parcel of Council-owned land (Lot 1 DP 1098888) beside The Links Golf Course at Shell Cove…
A 30-year extension of the existing Albion Park Quarry extraction area, approved to secure approximately 33 million tonnes of hard rock…
Modifications to Blackbutt Dam by Shellharbour City Council, including lowering the water level, reconstructing the embankment and…
A major health infrastructure project delivering a new multi-storey greenfield hospital at Dunmore.
The Waterfront Shell Cove is a 2.1 billion AUD master-planned coastal community developed by Frasers Property Australia in partnership with…
Rebuilding a 930-meter seawall (revetment) to modern engineering standards to address coastal erosion and public safety.
New public primary school and co-located preschool at the corner of Calderwood Road and Escarpment Drive, Calderwood.
Construction of an eight-storey residential flat building comprising 55 residential units, two levels of basement car parking, landscaping…
Retail park expansion and tenant remix adjacent to the main Stockland Shellharbour centre.
The Shellharbour Village Cultural Precinct is a proposal to redevelop the existing library and museum sites in Shellharbour Village into a…
Proposed 56-apartment residential development accepted into NSW Government's state significant development pathway in May 2025.
Luxury harbourfront apartments offering 2 and 3 bedroom residences with resort-style amenities including a 15m heated pool, gym, lounge…
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 2, 2025 5, 2026 6, 2027 4, 2028 5, 2029 3, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 24 substantial development applications lodged in and around Blackbutt (NSW) over the past 5 years, 12 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 1, 2023 3, 2024 5, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 7.
Key application 7 Cockatiel Court, Blackbutt Multi-Resi | $3.8m | 16 dwellings | 2 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 10th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Blackbutt area has seen 10 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Blackbutt's current population of 3,488 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Blackbutt has seen 0.1 approval per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.56 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 435 people in the suburb of Blackbutt, compared to one for every 183 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Blackbutt's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Blackbutt has grown by approximately 325 people, while 12 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 27.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Blackbutt include: Playground Renewals & Upgrades Program (Jilba Park, Collins Reserve) (Construction); The Links Hotel (Proposed); Albion Park Quarry Extraction Area Stage 7 Extension (Dev. Approval); Blackbutt Dam Modification (Completed); and New Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Blackbutt spans multiple sectors including Communities, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
The suburb of Blackbutt ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
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 Blackbutt are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,488 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,327 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,291 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 197 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.63 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Blackbutt was estimated to be approximately 3,488 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,461 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of blackbutt has added approximately 197 people and shown a 5.99% increase from the 3,291 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Blackbutt is estimated at 1,326 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Blackbutt has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Blackbutt is driven by: Overseas migration (73.0%), Natural increase (21.0%), Interstate migration (6.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.0% of overall population gains.
Blackbutt hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.0% | 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 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Blackbutt at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Blackbutt is equal to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Blackbutt compared to the Regional NSW region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 13.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Blackbutt compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Blackbutt show significant variance compared to the Regional NSW region. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (4.1% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.7% of the population in the suburb of Blackbutt as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 26.2% of the population in the suburb of Blackbutt as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $55,101 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,432 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,604 | 2021 Census, weekly | 41st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $707 | 2021 Census, weekly | 29th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,994 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blackbutt is approximately $60,787. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $55,101.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blackbutt is approximately $77,701. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $70,432.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blackbutt is approximately $60,787 compared to $57,797 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $55,101 and $52,390 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blackbutt is approximately $77,701 compared to $71,945 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $70,432 and $65,215 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~28.6% / 997 persons) of the suburb of Blackbutt's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Blackbutt is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.6% of the population. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Blackbutt is $1,604/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Blackbutt is $1,994/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Blackbutt is $707/wk.
The suburb of Blackbutt's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Blackbutt's median income among taxpayers is $55,101 and the average income stands at $70,432, which compares to figures for Regional NSW's of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $60,787 (median) and $77,701 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Blackbutt is $5,821 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of blackbutt's disposable income is $5,821 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Blackbutt are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 16% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,554 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,145 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,675 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Blackbutt has approximately 1,554 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.2%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Blackbutt stands at 7.2%, which is 3.1 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Blackbutt is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.3% of employment), retail trade (12.8%), and construction (12.3%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Blackbutt has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 suburb of Blackbutt is 57.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
The suburb of blackbutt shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 9.1% of the local workforce compared to 5.8% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of blackbutt's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.6% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
Blackbutt 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 | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 43.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
17.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blackbutt have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the broader region.
43.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blackbutt have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% regionally.
The suburb of blackbutt ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Blackbutt are: Certificate (28.2%), Bachelor Degree (11.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
26.4% of the population in the suburb of Blackbutt is currently engaged in formal education, with 8.2% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, 4.7% at university.
Blackbutt has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,218 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,291 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Blackbutt had 1,218 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.0% to an estimated 1,291 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Blackbutt is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.5% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (21.2%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 931 family households, 34.3% are couples with children, 28.7% are couples without children at home, and 13.0% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Blackbutt shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.5% (versus 68.8% regionally). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 21.2% compared to the regional 27.9%. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Blackbutt have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.3% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 21.2% of all households in the suburb of Blackbutt, notably lower than the regional average of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.5% of households, well below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Blackbutt was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 77.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
Blackbutt was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.3% of its population born overseas and 22.1% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Blackbutt was found to be Christianity, which makes up 63.9% of people in Blackbutt. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Blackbutt are English, comprising 24.1% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 30.5%, Australian, comprising 22.7% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 30.0%, and Other, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Spanish is notably overrepresented at 2.0% of Blackbutt (vs 0.3% regionally), Macedonian at 8.2% (vs 0.4%) and Croatian at 1.6% (vs 0.3%).
24.3% of the suburb of Blackbutt population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% regionally.
22.1% of the population in the suburb of Blackbutt speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in the wider region.
2.7% of the suburb of Blackbutt population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in the region.
93.3% of the suburb of Blackbutt population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Blackbutt 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 | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 70.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Blackbutt, 40.9% of homes are owned outright, 29.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 70.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Blackbutt are houses.
In the suburb of Blackbutt, 1.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 28.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Blackbutt stands at 40.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Blackbutt is $2,000, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Blackbutt is $1,129, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Blackbutt, households with mortgages typically spend 28.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Blackbutt is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Blackbutt shows mortgage holders spending 28.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% regionally), while renters spend 26.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Blackbutt consists of 70.1% detached houses, 28.4% semi-detached dwellings, 1.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Blackbutt consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($6,945 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Blackbutt show attached dwellings contributing 75% of approvals compared to 30% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 25% of applications versus 70% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health performance in Blackbutt is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.8% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 63.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Around 54.8% of people in the suburb of Blackbutt are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.9% in the broader region of Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Blackbutt, 7.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Blackbutt are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.1% of the suburb of Blackbutt population, while in the surrounding region, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of Blackbutt have heart disease. Across the region of Regional NSW, 4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Blackbutt, 54.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.9%.
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 | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 629 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 129 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 37 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 22.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 27 public transport stops within the suburb of Blackbutt.
The suburb of Blackbutt has 629 weekly trips across 37 routes, averaging 89 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 139 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 221 m away and the nearest school 515 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 27 stops nearby (27 bus), 629 weekly trips, access rating 62 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 98 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 98th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 221 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 515 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 604 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 605 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 625 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 631 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 663 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 698 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 765 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 882 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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The level of residential development activity in Blackbutt is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Blackbutt has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Blackbutt's established property market has recorded 55 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Population growth drivers in Blackbutt are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Blackbutt hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Blackbutt are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 16% of areas assessed across Australia.
Blackbutt shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Blackbutt has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Blackbutt was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Blackbutt is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Blackbutt is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
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.
Blackbutt (NSW) has an estimated 3,488 residents, up 6.0% since the 2021 Census, with 45 projects tracked in the area around Blackbutt (NSW).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 27 Aug 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 Blackbutt (NSW).
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to Aug 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 28 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
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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 (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2023). 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 Blackbutt (NSW) 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 Blackbutt (NSW) 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.