South Bathurst

NSW 2795 • Rest of NSW

1,583
Population (2021)
$37,596
Median Income
4.65 km²
Area
675m
Elevation

About South Bathurst

South Bathurst is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Bathurst Regional (Area) area. With a population of 1,583 and a median income of $37,596, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.65 km² at an elevation of 675m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 675m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. South Bathurst offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

South 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
-33.44°, 149.57°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
4.65 km²
Elevation
675m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Main Western railway, Georges Plains • SHR #01147

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,394
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,583
Census 2021
1,583
0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,212
Income 2021
$37,596
24.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,367
Born Overseas 150

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 28
  • 2. England 26
  • 3. Philippines 20
  • 4. India 11
  • 5. Scotland 7
  • 6. Sri Lanka 7
  • 7. Ireland 6
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 5
  • 9. China 4
  • 10. Netherlands 4
  • 11. United States 4
  • 12. Canada 3
  • 13. Malta 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 656
English 633
Irish 249
Scottish 190
Australian Aboriginal 157
German 44
Italian 33
Dutch 28
Filipino 26
Maltese 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,157
Both parents born in Australia
180
Both parents born overseas
157
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.2%
No Religion
42.3%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
92 (5.8%)
5-14 years
196 (12.4%)
15-19 years
91 (5.7%)
20-24 years
128 (8.1%)
25-34 years
221 (14.0%)
35-44 years
172 (10.9%)
45-54 years
184 (11.6%)
55-64 years
203 (12.8%)
65-74 years
156 (9.9%)
75-84 years
116 (7.3%)
85+ years
21 (1.3%)

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