Blakehurst

Population growth drivers in Blakehurst are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Blakehurst's population is estimated at around 7,356 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 704 people (10.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,652 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 7,216 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 96 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,157 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Blakehurst's 10.6% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (7.6%) and the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 95.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Examining future population trends, an above median growth is projected for national statistical areas, with the suburb expected to grow by 1,623 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a 20.2% increase in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Blakehurst recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Blakehurst had around 27 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 137 homes. As of FY-26, 11 approvals have been recorded. Each new dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents annually, indicating strong demand supporting property values. New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $644,000, reflecting a focus on premium properties.

Commercial development approvals this financial year totalled $1.7 million. Compared to Greater Sydney, Blakehurst has similar development levels per capita, maintaining market balance with surrounding areas. Building activity comprises 39.0% standalone homes and 61.0% townhouses or apartments, providing more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shift from the area's existing housing (86.0% houses) suggests decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring diverse housing options. Blakehurst has around 301 people per approval, reflecting a transitioning market.

By 2041, AreaSearch estimates Blakehurst will grow by 1,483 residents. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, but increased competition may arise as the population expands.

Blakehurst has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

AreaSearch has identified five infrastructure projects that could impact the area significantly. These include Allen & George South Hurstville, Blakehurst Marina & Residential Precinct Proposal, Shipwrights Bay Residential Development, and Sydney Metro City and Southwest - Future Hurstville Extension. The following list provides details on those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Blakehurst rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Blakehurst has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 0.8%, lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. Over the past year, employment growth was estimated at 5.5%.

As of December 2025, 4,439 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate is 3.4%. Workforce participation in Blakehurst stands at 73.9%, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 70.2%. A significant portion of residents, 48.4%, work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and construction.

Notably, rental, hiring & real estate services have a higher representation at 1.9 times the regional level. Conversely, public administration & safety shows lower representation at 3.7% compared to the regional average of 5.7%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the ratio of working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and November 2025, employment increased by 5.5%, labour force grew by 5.4%, leading to a slight decrease in unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced lower employment growth at 2.2% over the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Blakehurst's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though these estimates are based on simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Blakehurst has an exceptionally high income level nationally, according to the latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Blakehurst is $58,704, with an average income of $86,693. These figures compare to those for Greater Sydney, which are $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since the financial year 2023, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $63,905 and an average income of $94,374 as of September 2025. Census data indicates that household incomes in Blakehurst rank at the 90th percentile, with weekly earnings of $2,474. Income distribution shows that 29.1% of the population (2,140 individuals) fall within the $4000+ income range, differing from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 range dominates with 30.9%. The significant proportion of high earners (42.3% above $3,000/week) indicates robust economic capacity throughout Blakehurst. Despite high housing costs consuming 15.3% of income, strong earnings place disposable income at the 89th percentile, and the area's Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Blakehurst is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Blakehurst, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.0% houses and 14.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's figures of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Blakehurst stood at 46.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.3% and rented ones at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,208, higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent figure in Blakehurst was recorded at $600, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Blakehurst's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Blakehurst features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.3% of all households, including 48.5% couples with children, 23.6% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.7%, with lone person households at 15.8% and group households making up 1.1%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Blakehurst shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 36.7% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Australian average of 30.4% and the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 27.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 27.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.8% while certificates make up 15.6%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.3% in primary, 9.3% in secondary, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Blakehurst has 43 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 12 different routes that combined provide 1,111 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 129 meters. Most residents commute outwards from Blakehurst, with cars being the dominant mode of transport at 88%. Seven percent of residents use trains for their commutes. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in Blakehurst, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 48.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 158 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

Blakehurst's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Blakehurst's health outcomes show notable results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were very low across all age groups.

Private health cover was exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (4,496 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions were arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.1 and 4.6% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 76.8%, reported being completely clear of medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Blakehurst has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.6% (1,662 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 15.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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 has a high cultural diversity, with 33.9% of its population born overseas and 47.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Blakehurst, accounting for 66.6% of people, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestral groups are Chinese (16.1%, regional average 8.4%), Greek (15.5%, regional average 1.9%), and Australian (12.6%, regional average 17.8%).

Notably, Macedonian (2.9%, vs regional 0.4%), Lebanese (5.2%, vs regional 2.6%), and Croatian (1.4%, vs regional 0.7%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in Blakehurst compared to the Greater Sydney region.

Blakehurst hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Blakehurst is 43 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 55-64 are particularly prominent, making up 13.6% of the population, while those aged 25-34 make up a smaller proportion at 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 6.0% to 7.3% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 12.0%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Blakehurst's age structure. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to rise substantially, increasing by 378 people (70%) from 536 to 915. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 62% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. The 0 to 4 group is projected to grow modestly at 4%, adding only 11 residents.