Bathurst

NSW 2795 • Rest of NSW

7,001
Population (2021)
$39,156
Median Income
5.89 km²
Area
677m
Elevation

About Bathurst

Bathurst is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Bathurst Regional (Area) area. With a population of 7,001 and a median income of $39,156, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.89 km² at an elevation of 677m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 677m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Bathurst offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Bathurst falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by Bathurst Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bathurst electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2795
Urban Area
Bathurst
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.42°, 149.58°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
5.89 km²
Elevation
677m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    47 William Street Bathurst 2795 NSW
  • Woolworths
    121 Howick Street Bathurst 2795 NSW
  • Harris Farm Markets
    72 Rankin St-(inside the Bernardi's Supa IGA Store)- Bathurst NSW 2795

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 26 heritage-listed places in or near Bathurst, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

321 Russell Street Bathurst • SHR #01501
Havannah Street, Bathurst • SHR #01078
Bathurst City Library 70-78 Keppel Street Bathurst • SHR #01712
200-202 Howick Street Bathurst • SHR #00244
Browning Street, Bathurst • SHR #00806
Main Western Railway Bathurst • SHR #01025
71 Bentinck Street Bathurst • SHR #00396
194 Howick Street Bathurst • SHR #00398
196 Howick Street Bathurst • SHR #00399
Russell Street, Bathurst • SHR #00790
67 Bentinck Street Bathurst • SHR #00395
Howick Street, Bathurst • SHR #01666
108 William Street Bathurst • SHR #00111
16 Stanley Street Bathurst • SHR #01659
All Saints Anglican Cathedral Church Street Bathurst • SHR #01707
218 Gormans Hill Road Bathurst • SHR #01397
Howick Street, Bathurst • SHR #00815
10 Busby Street Bathurst • SHR #01657
198 Howick Street Bathurst • SHR #00400
Macquarie River Great Western Highway Bathurst • SHR #01665
107 William St Bathurst • SHR #01885
Bentinck Street, Bathurst • SHR #00369
3249 O'Connell Road, Bathurst • SHR #01904
Kendall Street (Great Western Highway), Bathurst • SHR #01960
1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst • SHR #02034

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,932
Census 2021
7,001
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,096
Income 2021
$39,156
25.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,423
Born Overseas 1,160

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 172
  • 2. England 164
  • 3. Nepal 99
  • 4. New Zealand 94
  • 5. Philippines 77
  • 6. Pakistan 46
  • 7. Vietnam 38
  • 8. Thailand 34
  • 9. Scotland 31
  • 10. Bangladesh 28
  • 11. China 28
  • 12. Sri Lanka 28
  • 13. United States 23
  • 14. Iran 17
  • 15. Ireland 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,809
Australian 2,472
Irish 1,132
Scottish 773
Australian Aboriginal 371
German 254
Indian 111
Italian 111
Chinese 99
Filipino 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,546
Both parents born in Australia
1,377
Both parents born overseas
654
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
35.1%
Hinduism
2.8%
Buddhism
1.6%
Islam
1.6%
Sikhism
1.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
320 (4.6%)
5-14 years
570 (8.1%)
15-19 years
307 (4.4%)
20-24 years
664 (9.5%)
25-34 years
1,141 (16.3%)
35-44 years
734 (10.5%)
45-54 years
729 (10.4%)
55-64 years
866 (12.4%)
65-74 years
781 (11.2%)
75-84 years
584 (8.3%)
85+ years
304 (4.3%)

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