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Willmot

NSW 2770 • Greater Sydney

2,382
Population (2021)
$53,872
Median Household Income
0.92 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyWestern SydneyMulticulturalResidential

About Willmot

Willmot is a small residential suburb in Western Sydney, located approximately 41 kilometres from the Sydney CBD within the Blacktown City Council area. With a population of around 2,380 residents, the suburb has a notably young demographic profile with a median age of 29 years. The area is predominantly Australian-born (70%) with multicultural influences including Pacific Islander, Kiwi, and British communities. Originally developed as part of the Mount Druitt housing estates, Willmot offers an affordable entry point for families and first-home buyers in Greater Sydney.

Willmot offers a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere with 10 parks covering over 20% of the suburb's area, including Willmot Reserve and Peter Van Hasselt Park. Residents have easy access to nearby Mount Druitt for shopping, dining, and transport connections including the Mount Druitt train station on the Western Line. The suburb primarily attracts young families and single-parent households, with many residents working in manufacturing, transport, and retail industries across Western Sydney. While modest in local amenities, Willmot's affordable housing and tight-knit community feel make it appealing for those seeking a foothold in the Sydney property market.

Willmot 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
Shalvey - Willmot
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Mount Druitt
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.72°, 150.79°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.92 km²
Elevation
40m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$800K
19 sales · ▲ 3.2% 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)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,565
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
33.4%

235 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mount Druitt
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 729, 733 — Mount Druitt Station / Rooty Hill 12-18 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
46 km
By Train
Bus to Mount Druitt then T1 Western Line to Town Hall approx 55-70 min total
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Far western Blacktown suburb; Western Motorway accessible nearby; Mount Druitt is the main local hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Car required for almost all errands in this outer residential suburb; bus connections to Mount Druitt available

🛒 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 Willmot. 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
2,430
Census 2021
2,382
▼ 2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$21,996
Personal Income 2021
$24,700
▲ 12.3% 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
$24,700 / yr
$475/wk
Household
$53,872 / yr
$1036/wk
Family
$65,104 / yr
$1252/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,530
Born Overseas 534

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 83
  • 2. England 52
  • 3. Fiji 47
  • 4. Samoa 41
  • 5. Philippines 23
  • 6. India 19
  • 7. Lebanon 17
  • 8. Italy 13
  • 9. Iraq 12
  • 10. Malta 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 769
English 592
Australian Aboriginal 320
Irish 124
Samoan 120
Scottish 115
German 65
Maori 60
Lebanese 43
Maltese 34

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,032
Both parents born in Australia
782
Both parents born overseas
244
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.1%
No Religion
31.3%
Islam
3.1%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
172 (7.2%)
5-14 years
349 (14.7%)
15-19 years
185 (7.8%)
20-24 years
202 (8.5%)
25-34 years
341 (14.3%)
35-44 years
256 (10.7%)
45-54 years
309 (13.0%)
55-64 years
234 (9.8%)
65-74 years
218 (9.2%)
75-84 years
104 (4.4%)
85+ years
15 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willmot known for? +

Willmot is known as a quiet, affordable residential suburb with numerous parks covering over 20% of its area. The suburb has a multicultural community and is close to Mount Druitt's retail and transport hub, offering practical urban conveniences.

How far is Willmot from Sydney CBD? +

Willmot is approximately 41 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD, with a train journey of around 50-55 minutes from the nearby Mount Druitt station.

Does Willmot have public transport? +

Willmot is served by local bus routes connecting to Mount Druitt station on the T1 Western Line, which provides regular services to Parramatta and the Sydney CBD. A car is helpful for everyday errands within the suburb.

What is the population of Willmot? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willmot has a population of approximately 2,382 residents within the Blacktown City Council local government area.

Is Willmot a good place to live? +

Willmot offers affordable housing in Western Sydney with easy access to Mount Druitt's services and the Western Line train to the CBD. It suits families and first-home buyers seeking value in the broader Blacktown area.

What is the postcode for Willmot? +

The postcode for Willmot is 2770.

What is the average income in Willmot? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Willmot is about $475 per week (around $24,700 per year). The median household income is $1,036 per week and the median family income is $1,252 per week.

What is the median house price in Willmot? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $800,000, up 3.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Willmot? +

The median age in Willmot is 32. The largest age group is 5–14 (349 residents, around 15%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Willmot a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Willmot 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 Willmot? +

In Willmot, the median weekly rent is $290, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,565 (2021 Census).