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Blackett

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

3,586
Population (2021)
$61,048
Median Household Income
1.06 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
AffordableMulticulturalWestern SydneyFamily-FriendlyPublic Housing

About Blackett

Blackett is a small residential suburb in Sydney's Greater West, located 48 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Blacktown. With a population of around 3,600, it's a quiet neighbourhood surrounded by suburbs like Bidwill, Shalvey, and Dharruk. Named after George Forster Blackett, superintendent of the historic Government Cattle Station at Rooty Hill, the suburb features predominantly single-storey homes on generous blocks.

The community has strong Pacific Islander and Aboriginal populations, giving Blackett a distinctive multicultural character. While commercial activity is limited to a small local shopping strip, residents access larger centres at Mount Druitt and St Marys. The suburb benefits from excellent cycleway connections via the M7 corridor and bus links to nearby railway stations. Blackett attracts families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing close to Western Sydney's employment hubs and the emerging Aerotropolis.

Blackett falls under postcode 2770 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Druitt electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2770
Urban Area
Blackett
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 150.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
50m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$840K
39 sales · ▲ 9.8% 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)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
23.3%

224 state housing + 23 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mount Druitt Station
3 km
T1 Western Line
St Marys Station
4.5 km
T1 Western Line

Bus Services

  • 758 — Mount Druitt Station 9-14 min
  • 761 — Mount Druitt to Bidwill loop 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
48 km
By Train
55-65 min (via Mount Druitt)
By Bus
14 min to Mount Druitt, then train
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min (via M4/M7)

🛣️ M7 and M4 motorways provide fast road access. Bus services to Mount Druitt run every 15 minutes.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local amenities accessible on foot, but most shopping and services require transport.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
158.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.5%
Motor vehicle theft
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
397.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Steal from vehicle
270 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.7%
View all 62 offence types for Blacktown →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,452
Census 2021
3,586
▲ 3.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,856
Personal Income 2021
$29,120
▲ 17.2% 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
$29,120 / yr
$560/wk
Household
$61,048 / yr
$1174/wk
Family
$72,072 / yr
$1386/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,095
Born Overseas 909

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 163
  • 2. Samoa 111
  • 3. Philippines 87
  • 4. Fiji 52
  • 5. England 43
  • 6. India 41
  • 7. Pakistan 26
  • 8. Iraq 18
  • 9. Lebanon 18
  • 10. China 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 892
English 800
Australian Aboriginal 382
Samoan 295
Irish 181
Scottish 150
Filipino 125
German 89
Indian 68
Chinese 65

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,327
Both parents born in Australia
1,289
Both parents born overseas
365
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.5%
No Religion
26.5%
Islam
4.9%
Hinduism
2.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
293 (8.2%)
5-14 years
640 (17.8%)
15-19 years
262 (7.3%)
20-24 years
265 (7.4%)
25-34 years
499 (13.9%)
35-44 years
419 (11.7%)
45-54 years
419 (11.7%)
55-64 years
356 (9.9%)
65-74 years
257 (7.2%)
75-84 years
165 (4.6%)
85+ years
17 (0.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackett known for? +

The community has strong Pacific Islander and Aboriginal populations, giving Blackett a distinctive multicultural character.

How far is Blackett from Sydney CBD? +

Blackett is approximately 48 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 60-80 min in peak hour and 45 min (via M4/M7) off-peak.

Does Blackett have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Mount Druitt Station (3 km away, approximately null walk) on the T1 Western Line. Bus services include 758, running to Mount Druitt Station in approximately 9-14 min.

What is the population of Blackett? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blackett has a population of 3,586 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Blackett a good place to live? +

Blackett is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. While commercial activity is limited to a small local shopping strip, residents access larger centres at Mount Druitt and St Marys.

What is the postcode for Blackett? +

The postcode for Blackett is 2770. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Blackett? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Blackett is about $560 per week (around $29,100 per year). The median household income is $1,174 per week and the median family income is $1,386 per week.

What is the median house price in Blackett? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $840,000, up 9.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Blackett? +

The median age in Blackett is 31. The largest age group is 5–14 (640 residents, around 18%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Blackett a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blackett is part of the Blacktown 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 Blackett? +

In Blackett, the median weekly rent is $310, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).