FORBES

新州其他地区
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House Median
This suburb $420,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 13,853
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 8,157
Density 9.0/km²
Region Info
Region 新州其他地区
State New South Wales

FORBES Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $420,000
House Sales Volume 44 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $360/wk
3 Bed House $410/wk
2 Bed Unit $240/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

FORBES Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 13,853 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
2.09x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

FORBES 13,853/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

FORBES 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.

FORBES Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

8,157
Total Population
9
people/km² density
0.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
3,665 people
44.9%
2
England
3,227 people
39.6%
3
Australia
1,083 people
13.3%
4
Ireland
995 people
12.2%
5
Scotland
682 people
8.4%

Transport

404.3 km
to Sydney CBD
311 min
drive to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Public (1)

Forbes High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Independent (1)

Red Bend Catholic College

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About FORBES

Forbes is located in Regional NSW. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 8,157 with a density of 9 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $420,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Forbes High School has 2 Distinguished Achievers; independent school Red Bend Catholic College has 21.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 13853 per 100,000, 2.09x the NSW average, higher crime rate, caution advised.

Demographics: Australian comprises 44.93%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (39.56%) and Aboriginal Australian (13.28%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Forbes has a house median of $420,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Forbes has a crime rate of 13853 per 100,000, which is 2.09x the NSW average (6635). Above NSW average, on-site investigation recommended.

Government schools: Forbes High School, 2024 HSC results: 2 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: Red Bend Catholic College, 2024 HSC results: 21 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Forbes has a population of 8,157, with Chinese comprising 0.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (44.93%), English (39.56%), Aust_Abor (13.28%), Irish (12.20%), Scottish (8.36%).

Forbes is approximately 404.3km from Sydney CBD, about 311 minutes by car. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.