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Blacksmiths has an estimated 1,942 residents, up 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in the area around Blacksmiths.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Located 97 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the coastal suburb of Blacksmiths offers a relaxed seaside setting bordered by serene lakes and pristine sandy beaches popular for surfing, swimming, and water sports. The community boasts an established character, supported by nearby nature reserves, cycling tracks, vibrant cafes, and local village retail. With an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) estimated at around 1,942 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level figures and quarterly address updates, the locality has expanded by 61 people (3.2%) since the 1,881 people counted in the 2021 Census, demonstrating steady though measured demographic gains.
Demographically, the suburb of Blacksmiths features a prominent older presence with elevated representations in both the 65 to 74yo and 75 to 84yo cohorts, alongside an above-average number of children per family. High outright property ownership underpins household stability, while residential employment concentrations are notably pronounced across construction and retail trade.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 97 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the coastal suburb of Blacksmiths offers a relaxed seaside setting bordered by serene lakes and pristine sandy beaches popular for surfing, swimming, and water sports. The community boasts an established character, supported by nearby nature reserves, cycling tracks, vibrant cafes, and local village retail. With an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) estimated at around 1,942 as of Aug 2026 based on annual SA2-level figures and quarterly address updates, the locality has expanded by 61 people (3.2%) since the 1,881 people counted in the 2021 Census, demonstrating steady though measured demographic gains.
Demographically, the suburb of Blacksmiths features a prominent older presence with elevated representations in both the 65 to 74yo and 75 to 84yo cohorts, alongside an above-average number of children per family. High outright property ownership underpins household stability, while residential employment concentrations are notably pronounced across construction and retail trade.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,793 in 2006 and 1,940 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 1,942 (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, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 27.2%.
Blacksmiths ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 82nd for amenities.
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 Blacksmiths is $724 a week, up 4.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 25% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
25% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $461 in 2017, $791 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Lakeview Parade, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,165,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 35 Maneela Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,470,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Carawa Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,230,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 56 Turea Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,140,000 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12/20 Pacific Highway, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $300,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 4 Watervale Close, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,124,500 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 30 Maneela Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,090,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 61 Turea Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,400,000 | 28 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Ninag Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,100,000 | 10 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Carawa Street, Blacksmiths NSW 2281 | $1,250,000 | 11 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 25 Oct 2024 (the latest settled 26 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,170,000 (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 | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.23m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $300k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,170,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 25 Oct 2024 to 26 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $791 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +0.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +11.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - East | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - East, over 12 months | +8.4% | 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 33 tracked applications: 10 approved, 5 under assessment, 18 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 26 projects in and around Blacksmiths, 7 of them under construction.
A permanent dredging solution for Swansea Channel involving a Beaver 30 dredge vessel and a new sand transfer system to maintain safe navigation, pumping sand to Blacksmiths Beach. The project also includes upgrades to the Blacksmiths boat ramp.
A new purpose-built ambulance station at 2-4 Kayuga Close, Caves Beach, part of the $615.5 million NSW Ambulance Infrastructure Program. The facility will have eight vehicle bays with a wash bay, administration and staff amenities including a gym, and logistics storage, serving Caves Beach, Swansea, Nords Wharf, Catherine Hill Bay, Murrays Beach and Cams…
A 3-storey residential building comprising 20 apartments (3 one-bedroom and 17 two-bedroom), a 27 square metre commercial kiosk, 21 car parking spaces, and 1,012 square metres of landscaping. The development received approval from Lake Macquarie Council in April 2024 despite community concerns regarding traffic, drainage, and overshadowing.
The construction of a new boardwalk, installation of public art, revegetation works, landscaping, new wayfinding and interpretive signage and an upgrade to the western car park.
Stabilisation and repair of a 50-metre section of seawall at Belmont Street, Swansea, near Swansea Wharf. The seawall has been closed since 2021 due to instability caused by over-steepening of the underwater slope in Swansea Channel, with water velocity scouring beneath the wall creating a safety risk.
Rehabilitation of endangered littoral rainforest ecosystem at Swansea Heads through targeted weed control, erosion management, and revegetation. The project addressed invasion of transformer weeds, urbanization impacts including rubbish dumping, and track erosion from unauthorized public access.
Council is rehabilitating the section of South Parade between Fassifern Road and Centre Avenue in Blackalls Park to improve safety and amenity for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
Temporary works to remove the collapsed culvert, install a temporary replacement and resurface the road so Fennell Crescent can reopen to traffic. The road was closed from late July 2025 and is being reopened with a 5 tonne load limit and heavy vehicles detouring via Railway Parade.
Approved demolition of existing structures and construction of a mixed-use, multi-storey development across 14 lots at 32-42 Brooks Parade, 2-10 Sharp Street and 5-11 Edgar Street, Belmont.
A 1.5km shared pathway linking the end of the Fernleigh Track at Belmont with Blacksmiths Beach, including sections of boardwalk and a viewing platform.
A DA-approved four-level residential apartment complex in Belmont, located near Lake Macquarie. The development comprises 27 apartments, including 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, with a rooftop garden and outdoor dining area. The DA-approved site is currently for sale, as the original owner has had a change in circumstances.
Repurposing of the 4.04-hectare former Bunnings site into a modern retail hub. The project features a 3,800sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket and specialty tenancies for food, health, and services. It includes adaptive reuse of the existing warehouse structure, 341 at-grade parking spaces, and Direct to Boot facilities.
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Estimated completion year of the 10 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 3, 2027 4, 2028 1, 2029 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 33 substantial development applications lodged in and around Blacksmiths over the past 5 years, 28 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 4, 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Nov) 28.
Key application 113A Ungala Road, Blacksmiths Retail | $900k | 1 dwelling Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 28 | 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 | 6 | ABS building approvals | 13th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
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Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Blacksmiths spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Blacksmiths vicinity.
The suburb of Blacksmiths ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Blacksmiths, placing the area among the bottom 23% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Blacksmiths area has seen 10 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Blacksmiths's current population of 1,942 has been supported by 6 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Blacksmiths has seen 3.3 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 388 people in the suburb of Blacksmiths, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Blacksmiths's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 6, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths has grown by approximately 50 people, while 31 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 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.
Blacksmiths is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,942 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 998 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 51st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,881 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 61 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.95 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Blacksmiths was estimated to be approximately 1,942 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,940 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Blacksmiths has added approximately 61 people and shown a 3.24% increase from the 1,881 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Blacksmiths is estimated at 996 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Blacksmiths is driven by: Overseas migration (67.0%), Natural increase (33.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 67.0% of overall population gains.
Blacksmiths ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 50 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 31.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.3% | 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 | 50 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Blacksmiths at 50 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 50 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 50 years as at August 2026, Blacksmiths is 7 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 12 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 Blacksmiths compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Blacksmiths compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Blacksmiths show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (11.4% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.3% of the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 31.1% of the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,659 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,649 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,252 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $636 | 2021 Census, weekly | 16th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,783 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 34.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is approximately $60,274. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,659.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is approximately $77,284. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,649.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is approximately $60,274 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,659 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is approximately $77,284 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,649 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Blacksmiths's households (~27.2% / 209 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Blacksmiths is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 27.2% 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 suburb of Blacksmiths is $1,252/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is $1,783/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is $636/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Blacksmiths's median income among taxpayers is $56,659, with an average of $72,649. This is just above the national average, 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 $60,274 (median) and $77,284 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Blacksmiths is $4,569 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Blacksmiths's disposable income is $4,569 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Blacksmiths shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 891 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,563 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 934 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Blacksmiths has approximately 891 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Blacksmiths stands at 4.7%, which is 0.6 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 Blacksmiths is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.6% of employment), construction (13.5%), and retail trade (13.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Blacksmiths 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 Blacksmiths is 55.1%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Blacksmiths shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.5% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Blacksmiths'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 saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Blacksmiths: university qualifications 14.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 991.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 43.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 23.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
14.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blacksmiths have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
43.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blacksmiths have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of Blacksmiths ranks in the 30th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Blacksmiths are: Certificate (31.7%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (10.2%).
23.7% of the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.4% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 2.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Blacksmiths is 991, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Blacksmiths, with a combined enrollment of approximately 92 students.
The suburb of Blacksmiths includes 1 primary school.
Blacksmiths features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.3% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 769 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 794 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Blacksmiths had 769 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.3% to an estimated 794 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Blacksmiths is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.8%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 517 family households, couples with children account for 23.3% of all households, couples without children at home 28.3%, and single parent families 14.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Blacksmiths shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Blacksmiths have an average of 1.9 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 43.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.5% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 29.8% of all households in the suburb of Blacksmiths, 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 3.0% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
The latest Census data sees Blacksmiths 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 | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Blacksmiths was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.1% of its population being citizens, 93.7% born in Australia, and 97.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Blacksmiths was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.6% of people in Blacksmiths. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Blacksmiths are English, comprising 33.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 32.0% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Blacksmiths (vs 0.5% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 5.2% (vs 4.6%) and Samoan at 0.2% (vs 0.1%).
6.3% of the suburb of Blacksmiths population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.0% of the population in the suburb of Blacksmiths speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.2% of the suburb of Blacksmiths population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.1% of the suburb of Blacksmiths population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Blacksmiths 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 | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 50.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 31.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 31.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Blacksmiths, 50.1% of homes are owned outright, 27.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Blacksmiths are houses.
In the suburb of Blacksmiths, 2.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Blacksmiths stands at 50.1%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Blacksmiths is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Blacksmiths is $856, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Blacksmiths, households with mortgages typically spend 31.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 31.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Blacksmiths is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Blacksmiths shows mortgage holders spending 31.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 31.2% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Blacksmiths consists of 88.6% detached houses, 7.0% semi-detached dwellings, 2.4% apartments, and 2.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Blacksmiths consumes approximately 15.8% of median household income ($5,421 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health performance in Blacksmiths is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 59.9% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
Around 53.9% of people in the suburb of Blacksmiths are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Blacksmiths, 7.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the suburb of Blacksmiths are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.2% of the suburb of Blacksmiths population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.3% of people in the suburb of Blacksmiths have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Blacksmiths, 53.9% 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 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 | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 74th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 477 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 67 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 28 public transport stops within the suburb of Blacksmiths.
The suburb of Blacksmiths has 477 weekly trips across 17 routes, averaging 68 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 131 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 452 m away and the nearest GP 469 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 28 stops nearby, 477 weekly trips, access rating 74 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 452 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 469 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 484 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 698 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Blacksmiths, placing the area among the bottom 23% of areas assessed nationally.
Blacksmiths has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 6% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Blacksmiths's resilient property market has recorded 23 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 100% residential transactions.
Blacksmiths is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Blacksmiths ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Blacksmiths shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Education in Blacksmiths: university qualifications 14.4%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 991.
Blacksmiths features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Blacksmiths placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Blacksmiths is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Blacksmiths is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable 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.
Blacksmiths has an estimated 1,942 residents, up 3.2% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in the area around Blacksmiths.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Blacksmiths.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 15 Oct 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.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or 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 (SAL10395). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Blacksmiths 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 Blacksmiths 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.
