Blacktown Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Blacktown, NSW 2148 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$975,200
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
2.1%
Weekly Rent
$400
Renter Demand
67%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.1%
Low — tight market
Population
50,961
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2148
Median house price $975,200
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $400/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.1% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 66.7%
Vacancy rate 1.15%
Population 50,961
Median household income $92,248/yr
Owner-occupied 33.3%
Median age 34 yrs
Total dwellings 10,737

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level High reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 202

Blacktown shows well above-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (1.1%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (67%) — strong rental demand base
🚩 High reported crime (202 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: NSW_FairTrading_BondLodgements. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 12
Primary 8
Secondary 4
Schools in Blacktown
Blacktown North Public School Primary · Government
Blacktown South Public School Primary · Government
Blacktown West Public School Primary · Government
Lynwood Park Public School Primary · Government
Marayong Public School Primary · Government
Marayong South Public School Primary · Government
Shelley Public School Primary · Government
Walters Road Public School Primary · Government
Blacktown Boys High School Secondary · Government
Blacktown Girls High School Secondary · Government
Evans High School Secondary · Government
Mitchell High School Secondary · Government
Coreen School Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ Recent Sales

Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.

Address Sold Price Type Land
39 Allawah St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-11 $760,000 Residence
42 Kent St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-11 $1,225,000 Residence 665 m²
41 Patricia St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-11 $760,000 Residence
30 Fifth Ave, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-10 $442,000 Residence
11 Fourth Ave, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-10 $450,000 Residence
28 Peter St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-10 $715,000 Residence 146 m²
5 Sullivan St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-09 $1,240,000 Residence 562 m²
17 Bruce St, Blacktown NSW 2148 2026-06-09 $437,000 Residence
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $975,200
Deposit (20%) $195,040
Loan (80% LVR) $780,160
Weekly rent $400/wk
Annual rent income $20,800/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blacktown a good suburb to invest in?

Blacktown has a high renter proportion (67%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Blacktown?

The median house price in Blacktown is approximately $975,200 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Blacktown?

The indicative gross rental yield in Blacktown is 2.1%, based on a median weekly rent of $400 against a median price of $975,200. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Blacktown compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Blacktown against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Blacktown a safe suburb?

Blacktown shows well above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 202 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Blacktown?

Blacktown has 13 known schools, including Blacktown North Public School, Blacktown South Public School, Blacktown West Public School, Lynwood Park Public School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?

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