Blackheath NSW 2785 — House Prices, Rent & Suburb Profile
Blackheath is a suburb in New South Wales (postcode 2785). The median sale price is $920k (+197% since 2012). The median weekly rent is $500/week, a gross rental yield of about 2.8%. It has a population of about 4,672 (ABS Census 2021).
Median sale price trend
| Year | Median sale price |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $722,500 |
| 2022 | $850,000 |
| 2023 | $772,500 |
| 2024 | $810,000 |
| 2025 | $850,000 |
| 2026 | $920,000 |
Source: NSW Valuer General bulk property sales. Medians shown only where there are enough sales.
Housing mix
Predominantly house (87% of recorded sales, most commonly around 700+㎡ land).
Demographics (ABS Census 2021)
- Population: 4,672
- Median age: 53
- Median weekly household income: $1,332
- Average household size: 2
Socio-economic profile (ABS SEIFA 2021)
- IRSAD (relative advantage/disadvantage): score 1011 · 64th percentile in Australia
- IEO (education & occupation): score 1072 · 89th percentile
Higher score = relatively more advantaged. This is a socio-economic index, not a measure of school or teaching quality. Source: ABS SEIFA 2021 (CC BY).
Schools in Blackheath
- Blackheath Public School · Primary School
Schools located within the suburb boundary. For catchments and results, see the official My School / NSW sources.
Transport
Nearest station: Blackheath Station (train), about 0.8 km from the suburb centre.
Land value
Median land value: $454,000 (2025 base year). This is land value, not market sale price. Source: NSW Valuer General (CC BY).
Frequently asked questions
What is the median house price in Blackheath?
The median sale price in Blackheath NSW 2785 is $920,000, up 197% since 2012. Based on NSW Valuer General sales data.
What is the average weekly rent in Blackheath?
The median weekly rent in Blackheath (postcode 2785) is $500 per week. Source: NSW DCJ rental bonds.
What is the rental yield in Blackheath?
The estimated gross rental yield in Blackheath is about 2.8%, based on the median weekly rent relative to the median sale price.
What schools are in Blackheath?
Schools located in Blackheath include Blackheath Public School.
Nearby suburbs
- Kanimbla 2790
- Megalong Valley 2785
- Medlow Bath 2780
- Mount Victoria 2786
- Katoomba 2780
- Leura 2780
- Little Hartley 2790
- Wentworth Falls 2782
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Data: NSW Valuer General (sales & land value), NSW DCJ (rents), ABS Census & SEIFA 2021, TfNSW (transport). Figures are medians and estimates for general information only, not valuations or advice.