Blakehurst

NSW 2221 • Greater Sydney

6,652
Population (2021)
$46,852
Median Income
2.31 km²
Area
37m
Elevation

About Blakehurst

Blakehurst is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Georges River (Area) area. With a population of 6,652 and a median income of $46,852, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.31 km² at an elevation of 37m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Blakehurst delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Blakehurst falls under postcode 2221 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2221
Urban Area
Kogarah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.99°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.31 km²
Elevation
37m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Blakehurst, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

9 Stuart Crescent Blakehurst • SHR #01980

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,208
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,219
Census 2021
6,652
7.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,700
Income 2021
$46,852
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,210
Born Overseas 2,161

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 570
  • 2. Greece 193
  • 3. Hong Kong 157
  • 4. Lebanon 130
  • 5. England 81
  • 6. North Macedonia 77
  • 7. Egypt 76
  • 8. Italy 70
  • 9. Malaysia 56
  • 10. New Zealand 54
  • 11. India 44
  • 12. Indonesia 41
  • 13. Vietnam 39
  • 14. Croatia 38
  • 15. Philippines 31

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,269
Greek 1,221
Australian 999
English 963
Italian 414
Lebanese 408
Irish 348
Scottish 244
Macedonian 227
Croatian 110

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,878
Both parents born in Australia
3,576
Both parents born overseas
806
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
62.5%
No Religion
22.1%
Islam
4.6%
Buddhism
3.3%
Hinduism
1.1%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
285 (4.3%)
5-14 years
891 (13.4%)
15-19 years
441 (6.6%)
20-24 years
466 (7.0%)
25-34 years
613 (9.2%)
35-44 years
768 (11.5%)
45-54 years
921 (13.8%)
55-64 years
914 (13.7%)
65-74 years
677 (10.2%)
75-84 years
400 (6.0%)
85+ years
282 (4.2%)

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