BLACKETT

Sydney Inner
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House Median
This suburb $862,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $490,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 13,190
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.8%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,586
Density 3,373.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney Inner
State New South Wales

BLACKETT Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $862,000
House Sales Volume 128 sales
Unit Median $490,000
Unit Sales Volume 69 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $478/wk
3 Bed House $540/wk
2 Bed Unit $470/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

BLACKETT Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 13,190 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.99x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

BLACKETT 13,190/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

BLACKETT has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

BLACKETT Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,586
Total Population
3,373
people/km² density
1.8%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
892 people
24.9%
2
England
800 people
22.3%
3
Australia
382 people
10.7%
4
Samoan
295 people
8.2%
5
Ireland
181 people
5.1%

Transport

46.6 km
to Sydney CBD
46 min
drive to CBD
82 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

BLACKETT Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 5 neighbouring suburbs

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About BLACKETT

Blackett is located in Central Sydney, approximately 46.6km from CBD, about 82 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,586 with a density of 3373 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $862,000, below Sydney average; unit median $490,000, below Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 13190 per 100,000, 1.99x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 24.88%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (22.31%) and Aboriginal Australian (10.65%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Blackett has a house median of $862,000 and unit median of $490,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Blackett has a crime rate of 13190 per 100,000, which is 1.99x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Blackett has a population of 3,586, with Chinese comprising 1.80%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (24.88%), English (22.31%), Aust_Abor (10.65%), Samoan (8.23%), Irish (5.05%).

Blackett is approximately 46.6km from Sydney CBD, about 46 minutes by car or 82 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.