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Hebersham

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

5,643
Population (2021)
$69,420
Median Household Income
1.68 km²
Area
$335/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalAffordableYoung FamiliesWestern Sydney

About Hebersham

Hebersham is a suburban locality in the City of Blacktown, situated in western Sydney approximately 43 kilometres from the CBD. With a population of around 5,643 residents as of the 2021 Census, it is a compact yet densely populated suburb covering just 1.68 square kilometres. The area is characterised by a diverse, multicultural community with strong Filipino, Indian, Samoan, and Indigenous Australian populations. Hebersham sits within the rapidly growing Greater Western Sydney corridor, benefiting from ongoing investment in local infrastructure.

Residents of Hebersham enjoy access to a range of local amenities including shops, parks, and schools within the broader Mount Druitt precinct. The suburb has a youthful demographic profile, with a median age of 33, and large household sizes reflecting its family-oriented character. Community services in the area reflect its diversity, and the suburb is well-connected via bus routes to Mount Druitt Station and nearby shopping centres. While median incomes are below the Sydney average, the suburb offers affordable housing and strong community ties.

Hebersham 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
Hebersham
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.75°, 150.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.68 km²
Elevation
60m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$900K
71 sales · ▲ 15.4% 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)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
16.2%

256 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mount Druitt Station
1.8 km
22 min
Rooty Hill Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 732, 733 — Mount Druitt Station 10 min
  • 740 — Blacktown Station 25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
43 km
By Train
55 min to Central (via Mount Druitt)
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ T1 Western Line via Mount Druitt; M7 motorway nearby for car travel

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable to local shops and parks; train station requires a short bus or drive

🛒 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 Hebersham. 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
5,685
Census 2021
5,643
▼ 0.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,636
Personal Income 2021
$29,848
▲ 16.4% 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
$29,848 / yr
$574/wk
Household
$69,420 / yr
$1335/wk
Family
$76,544 / yr
$1472/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,166
Born Overseas 1,978

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 267
  • 2. Fiji 233
  • 3. New Zealand 209
  • 4. Pakistan 144
  • 5. Samoa 121
  • 6. India 99
  • 7. England 91
  • 8. Lebanon 50
  • 9. Bangladesh 36
  • 10. Iraq 31

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,265
English 1,191
Australian Aboriginal 412
Filipino 387
Indian 327
Samoan 322
Scottish 218
Irish 210
Chinese 117
Maori 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,690
Both parents born in Australia
2,872
Both parents born overseas
555
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
21.5%
Islam
12.6%
Hinduism
4.4%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
424 (7.5%)
5-14 years
936 (16.6%)
15-19 years
394 (7.0%)
20-24 years
414 (7.3%)
25-34 years
771 (13.7%)
35-44 years
669 (11.9%)
45-54 years
686 (12.2%)
55-64 years
594 (10.5%)
65-74 years
481 (8.5%)
75-84 years
234 (4.1%)
85+ years
52 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What LGA is Hebersham in? +

Hebersham is located within the City of Blacktown, one of the largest local government areas in New South Wales.

What train station is closest to Hebersham? +

Mount Druitt Station on the T1 Western Line is the closest train station, approximately 1.8 km from Hebersham, with trains running to Sydney Central in about 55 minutes.

What is the median rent in Hebersham? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Hebersham is $335, making it one of the more affordable suburbs in western Sydney.

Is Hebersham a multicultural suburb? +

Yes, Hebersham is highly multicultural, with significant Filipino, Indian, Samoan, and Australian Aboriginal communities among its 5,643 residents.

What is the average household size in Hebersham? +

The average household size in Hebersham is 3 people, reflecting its family-oriented character and larger-than-average household composition.

What is the average income in Hebersham? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Hebersham is about $574 per week (around $29,800 per year). The median household income is $1,335 per week and the median family income is $1,472 per week.

What is the median house price in Hebersham? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $900,000, up 15.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Hebersham? +

The median age in Hebersham is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (936 residents, around 17%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Hebersham a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hebersham 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.

What is the population of Hebersham? +

Hebersham had a population of 5,643 at the 2021 Census, down 0.7% from 5,685 in 2016.

How much is rent in Hebersham? +

In Hebersham, the median weekly rent is $335, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).