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Blaxlands Ridge

NSW 2758 • New South Wales

589
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
42.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralRuralQuietFamily-FriendlyCommuter Belt

About Blaxlands Ridge

Blaxlands Ridge is a rural locality in north-west Sydney, situated approximately 74 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Hawkesbury local government area. With a 2021 Census population of 589 distributed across 42 square kilometres of elevated terrain at around 116 metres above sea level, it is a sparsely settled semi-rural community. The locality is bordered by Bilpin to the north and the Kurrajong district to the south, forming part of the scenic Hawkesbury region in the western foothills of the Blue Mountains.

Blaxlands Ridge is characterised by hobby farms, orchards, and expansive rural properties with views across the Hawkesbury River valley and the Blue Mountains. The Richmond township, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-east, provides supermarkets, schools, medical centres, and access to the T1 Richmond Line for commuting into Sydney. Blaxlands Ridge suits those who prefer a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with generous land, fresh country air, and manageable access to the greater Sydney region via the Bells Line of Road.

Blaxlands Ridge falls under postcode 2758 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2758
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Hawkesbury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 150.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.01 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Richmond Station
20 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • Transit Systems bus routes — Richmond / Windsor Approx. 20–35 min to Richmond

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
74 km
By Train
Drive to Richmond Station (~20 km), then T1 Richmond Line to Wynyard approx. 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Access via Bells Line of Road; Richmond is the nearest service hub for daily needs; no direct bus service to Sydney CBD from Blaxlands Ridge.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Blaxlands Ridge is a sparsely settled rural locality with no local retail; a car is essential for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Blaxlands Ridge by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Blaxlands Ridge Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Blaxlands Ridge" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
589
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blaxlands Ridge known for? +

Blaxlands Ridge is known for its semi-rural character, hobby farms, and orchard landscapes in the Hawkesbury region of north-west Sydney. The locality offers elevated rural living with views across the Hawkesbury River valley and proximity to the Blue Mountains National Park.

How far is Blaxlands Ridge from Sydney CBD? +

Blaxlands Ridge is approximately 74 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, typically a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Bells Line of Road in off-peak conditions. Peak hour commutes can extend to 1.5–2 hours.

Does Blaxlands Ridge have public transport? +

Blaxlands Ridge has limited public transport options. There are some local bus routes connecting to Richmond and Windsor, from where the T1 Richmond Line provides rail access to Sydney CBD (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Richmond Station). A car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Blaxlands Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blaxlands Ridge has a population of 589 residents across its 42 square kilometre area within the City of Hawkesbury. With only 166 dwellings, it is a sparsely settled rural locality with a low population density.

Is Blaxlands Ridge a good place to live? +

Blaxlands Ridge offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with generous land sizes and a quiet country atmosphere within reasonable reach of Sydney. It suits families and individuals who value space, nature, and the Hawkesbury region's rural character, with Richmond and Windsor providing nearby services and commuter rail access to the city.

What is the postcode for Blaxlands Ridge? +

The postcode for Blaxlands Ridge is 2758, which also covers Richmond and surrounding suburbs in the City of Hawkesbury local government area in north-west Sydney.