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Bass Hill

NSW 2197 • Greater Sydney

10,230
Population (2021)
$73,372
Median Household Income
2.93 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalVillage CentreFamily Housing

About Bass Hill

Bass Hill clusters around its village shopping centre about 25 kilometres southwest of Sydney's CBD in the Canterbury-Bankstown council area. This multicultural suburb of roughly 10,200 residents offers affordable family housing with practical facilities. The character is working-class suburban.

Young families and migrants appreciate the affordability and community facilities. The shopping centre provides daily essentials while the nearby Bass Hill Plaza offers broader retail. The demographic is diverse, with residents from various backgrounds united by the search for affordable family housing. The community is unpretentious and focused on practical family needs.

Bass Hill falls under postcode 2197 and is governed by Canterbury-Bankstown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Fairfield electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2197
Urban Area
Bankstown - North-West
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Watson
State Electorate
Fairfield
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.90°, 150.99°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.93 km²
Elevation
40m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Bass Hill for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.4M
110 sales · ▲ 8.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$855K
15 sales · ▲ 0.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.3%

256 state housing + 58 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Sydney CBD 60-80 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
Approximately 50 min to Sydney CBD (Central) by train
By Car (Peak)
25-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-35 min

🛣️ Located 20 km west of Sydney CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be done on foot near the local centre, but most residents rely on a car for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    753 Hume Highway, Bass Hill Plaza Bass Hill 2197 NSW
  • ALDI
    753 Hume Highway, Bass Hill NSW 2197

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Bass High School ICSEA 927
    9726 3644 10 Arundle Rd
    GovernmentSecondaryCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    Bass Hill Public School ICSEA 929
    9644 3431 611 Hume Hwy
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Canterbury-Bankstown Local Government Area, which contains Bass Hill. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
130.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%
Motor vehicle theft
167.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
311.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
10.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Steal from vehicle
289.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,069
Census 2021
10,230
▲ 12.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,388
Personal Income 2021
$27,768
▲ 13.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$27,768 / yr
$534/wk
Household
$73,372 / yr
$1411/wk
Family
$81,952 / yr
$1576/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,780
Born Overseas 3,601

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Lebanon 915
  • 2. Vietnam 813
  • 3. Iraq 126
  • 4. Italy 115
  • 5. China 98
  • 6. Greece 85
  • 7. New Zealand 84
  • 8. Philippines 63
  • 9. North Macedonia 60
  • 10. Egypt 56

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 2,488
Australian 1,645
English 1,199
Vietnamese 1,004
Chinese 455
Italian 431
Greek 305
Irish 252
Scottish 169
Macedonian 135

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,768
Both parents born in Australia
6,130
Both parents born overseas
1,361
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
39.7%
Islam
33.5%
No Religion
9.2%
Buddhism
6.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
771 (7.5%)
5-14 years
1,661 (16.2%)
15-19 years
729 (7.1%)
20-24 years
679 (6.6%)
25-34 years
1,316 (12.9%)
35-44 years
1,271 (12.4%)
45-54 years
1,165 (11.4%)
55-64 years
1,112 (10.9%)
65-74 years
816 (8.0%)
75-84 years
491 (4.8%)
85+ years
239 (2.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bass Hill known for? +

Bass Hill is a well-established residential suburb in Canterbury-Bankstown, NSW, known for its mix of housing types, local schools, and community facilities. The suburb has a population of approximately 10,230 residents and forms part of the broader Greater Sydney region.

How far is Bass Hill from Sydney CBD? +

Bass Hill is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD, typically a 20-35 min drive under normal traffic conditions. Peak hour travel can take longer due to traffic.

Does Bass Hill have public transport? +

Bass Hill is served by local bus services connecting residents to the broader metropolitan network. The nearest train station provides connections to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Bass Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bass Hill has a population of approximately 10,230 residents. The suburb is a significant residential area within the Canterbury-Bankstown district.

Is Bass Hill a good place to live? +

Bass Hill appeals to families, professionals, and established residents who value its range of local amenities, schools, and community facilities. With a median taxable income of around $40,780, it attracts a mix of household types. Like most NSW suburbs, lifestyle quality depends on proximity to work and preferred amenities.

What is the postcode for Bass Hill? +

The postcode for Bass Hill, NSW is 2197.

What is the average income in Bass Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bass Hill is about $534 per week (around $27,800 per year). The median household income is $1,411 per week and the median family income is $1,576 per week.

What is the median house price in Bass Hill? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,400,000, up 8.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $855,000, up 0.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bass Hill? +

The median age in Bass Hill is 34. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,661 residents, around 16%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bass Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bass Hill is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Bass Hill? +

In Bass Hill, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,383 (2021 Census).