Suburb profile · Greater Sydney
Blakehurst has an estimated 7,259 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 43 projects tracked in the area around Blakehurst.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Blakehurst, located 17 kilometres south-southwest of the Sydney CBD, is estimated by AreaSearch to have around 7,259 residents as of Aug 2026. This Estimated Resident Population (ERP) represents an increase of 607 people (9.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,652 people. The estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released each year and on national address file data updated each quarter, including 147 validated new addresses added since the Census.
The suburb's population skews older, and it is largely made up of family households, with couples with children forming a major share of residents. Education levels are above average, and the area enjoys high levels of income. Looking ahead, AreaSearch projects Blakehurst to reach around 8,739 residents by 2041, an increase of 1,480 persons (20.4%) on the latest estimate.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Blakehurst, located 17 kilometres south-southwest of the Sydney CBD, is estimated by AreaSearch to have around 7,259 residents as of Aug 2026. This Estimated Resident Population (ERP) represents an increase of 607 people (9.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,652 people. The estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released each year and on national address file data updated each quarter, including 147 validated new addresses added since the Census.
The suburb's population skews older, and it is largely made up of family households, with couples with children forming a major share of residents. Education levels are above average, and the area enjoys high levels of income. Looking ahead, AreaSearch projects Blakehurst to reach around 8,739 residents by 2041, an increase of 1,480 persons (20.4%) on the latest estimate.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,190 in 2006 and 7,238 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,259 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 29.1%.
Blakehurst ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 90th 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 Blakehurst is $984 a week, up 6.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 25% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.6%.
25% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $836 in 2017, $1,222 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $536 in 2017, $802 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 202/621 Princes Highway, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $835,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 11 Lynwood Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $2,075,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/3 Walton Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $1,510,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 56 Townson Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $6,000,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Pacific Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $5,300,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 62 Townson Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $4,500,000 | 26 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Grenfell Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $2,000,000 | 17 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 7/765 Princes Highway, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $2,320,000 | 12 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 281 Woniora Road, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $1,535,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 21/40 Bunyala Street, Blakehurst NSW 2221 | $325,000 | 3 Aug 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 27 Jan 2026 (the latest settled 6 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $2,045,000 (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 | $984 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.29m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $933k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,045,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 27 Jan 2026 to 6 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,222 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $802 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | -0.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.4% | 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 59 tracked applications: 33 approved, 9 under assessment, 17 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 43 projects in and around Blakehurst, 4 of them under construction.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Boutique collection of 28 luxury apartments directly opposite Shipwrights Bay with sweeping water views, completed in 2023.
Premium waterfront residential community featuring 164 luxury apartments and townhouses with direct water access, completed in stages between 2020-2023.
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.
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.
Boutique residential development comprising 32 architecturally-designed one, two and three bedroom apartments inspired by the Banksia Serrata foliage.
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.
The $411 million St George Hospital Stage 3 redevelopment has reached a major milestone with the completion of the 9-storey Kensington Street Building (KSB) in February 2026.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 7, 2027 3, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 0, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 59 substantial development applications lodged in and around Blakehurst over the past 5 years, 45 in the last 12 months; 9 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 8, 2023 3, 2024 0, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 44.
Key application 6 Torrens Street, Blakehurst Multi-Resi | $20m | 33 dwellings | 5 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 59 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 45 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 22 | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Blakehurst include: Allen & George South Hurstville (Planning); Blakehurst Marina & Waterfront Residential Precinct (Proposed); Shipwrights Bay Residential Development (Completed); Sydney Metro - Future Sydenham to Hurstville Extension (Proposed); and Serrata (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Blakehurst spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, among others.
The suburb of Blakehurst 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 Blakehurst recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Blakehurst area has seen 43 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Blakehurst's current population of 7,259 has been supported by 22 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Blakehurst has seen 3.2 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 334 people in the suburb of Blakehurst, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Blakehurst's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 22, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Blakehurst has grown by approximately 403 people, while 111 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.6 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 Blakehurst are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,259 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,119 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,652 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 607 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.33 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Blakehurst was estimated to be approximately 7,259 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,238 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Blakehurst has added approximately 607 people and shown a 9.13% increase from the 6,652 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Blakehurst is estimated at 3,116 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Blakehurst has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Blakehurst is driven by: Overseas migration (95.0%), Natural increase (5.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 95.0% of overall population gains.
Blakehurst 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 | 22.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.9% | 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 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Blakehurst 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, Blakehurst is 6 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) 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 Blakehurst compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Blakehurst compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Blakehurst show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.2% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.4% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (3.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the suburb of Blakehurst as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.4% of the population in the suburb of Blakehurst as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,396 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $97,704 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,474 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $901 | 2021 Census, weekly | 67th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 42.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,744 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blakehurst is approximately $70,632. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,396.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blakehurst is approximately $103,938. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $97,704.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Blakehurst is approximately $70,632 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,396 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Blakehurst is approximately $103,938 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $97,704 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Blakehurst's households (~29.1% / 592 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Blakehurst is the $4000+ group, representing about 29.1% 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 suburb of Blakehurst is $2,474/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Blakehurst is $2,744/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Blakehurst is $901/wk.
The suburb of Blakehurst shows a median taxpayer income of $66,396 and an average of $97,704 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,632 (median) and $103,938 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Blakehurst is $9,080 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Blakehurst's disposable income is $9,080 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Blakehurst rank among the top 7% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,399 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,461 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,434 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Blakehurst has approximately 4,399 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.8%. 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 March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Blakehurst stands at 0.8%, which is 3.3 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Blakehurst is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), professional & technical (12.3%), and construction (10.1%). Other significant employers include retail trade and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Blakehurst has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Blakehurst is 72.5%, 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 suburb of Blakehurst shows notable specialisation in rental, hiring & real estate, which employs 3.9% of the local workforce compared to 2.0% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Blakehurst'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.
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 | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 36.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
36.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blakehurst have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
35.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Blakehurst have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The suburb of Blakehurst ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Blakehurst are: Bachelor Degree (27.7%), Certificate (15.6%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
31.2% of the population in the suburb of Blakehurst is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.3% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, 6.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Blakehurst is 1090, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Blakehurst, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,686 students.
The suburb of Blakehurst includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Blakehurst features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 48.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,035 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,221 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Blakehurst had 2,035 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.1% to an estimated 2,221 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Blakehurst is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.8%), group households (1.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,695 family households, couples with children account for 48.5% of all households, couples without children at home 23.6%, and single parent families 9.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Blakehurst shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.3% (versus 72.6% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.8% compared to 23.2% in Greater Sydney. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Blakehurst have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 15.8% of all households in the suburb of Blakehurst, notably lower than 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 1.1% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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 | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 47.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.8% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Blakehurst scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 33.9% of its population born overseas and 47.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Blakehurst was found to be Christianity, which makes up 66.6% of people in Blakehurst. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Blakehurst are Chinese, comprising 16.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, Greek, comprising 15.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 1.9%, and Australian, comprising 12.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 17.8%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 2.9% of Blakehurst (vs 0.4% across Greater Sydney), Lebanese at 5.2% (vs 2.6%) and Croatian at 1.4% (vs 0.7%).
33.9% of the suburb of Blakehurst population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
47.8% of the population in the suburb of Blakehurst speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.6% of the suburb of Blakehurst population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
88.8% of the suburb of Blakehurst population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Blakehurst 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 | 14.6% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 46.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.0% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,208 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $600 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Blakehurst, 46.1% of homes are owned outright, 39.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Blakehurst are houses.
In the suburb of Blakehurst, 6.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Blakehurst stands at 46.1%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Blakehurst is $3,208, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Blakehurst is $1,640, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Blakehurst, households with mortgages typically spend 29.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Blakehurst is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Blakehurst shows mortgage holders spending 29.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Blakehurst consists of 86.0% detached houses, 7.4% semi-detached dwellings, 6.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Blakehurst consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($10,712 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Blakehurst show attached dwellings contributing 52% of approvals compared to 14% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 48% of applications versus 86% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
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 | 63.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 63.9% of people in the suburb of Blakehurst are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the suburb of Blakehurst, 6.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
4.6% of people in the suburb of Blakehurst are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Blakehurst population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of Blakehurst have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Blakehurst, 63.9% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 59 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 59th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 43 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,056 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 163 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 48.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 43 public transport stops within the suburb of Blakehurst.
The suburb of Blakehurst has 1,056 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 150 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 129 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 419 m away and the nearest child care centre 487 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 43 stops nearby, 1,056 weekly trips, access rating 59 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 419 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 487 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 583 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 648 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.0 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 is 1 long day care centre with 81 places in Blakehurst, about 3.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Blakehurst recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Blakehurst has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Blakehurst's resilient property market has recorded 92 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Blakehurst are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Blakehurst hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Blakehurst rank among the top 7% of areas assessed nationally.
Blakehurst shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Blakehurst features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Sydney.
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.
Blakehurst is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
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 moderate 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.
Blakehurst has an estimated 7,259 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 43 projects tracked in the area around 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 Blakehurst.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 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 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 (SAL10402). 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), infrastructure projects (Apr 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 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 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.
