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Blackbutt

NSW 2529 • Rest of NSW

3,291
Population (2021)
$36,764
Median Income
2.58 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableCoastal

About Blackbutt

Blackbutt is a residential suburb within the Shellharbour local government area on the NSW South Coast, located approximately 90 km south of Sydney. Situated just east of Albion Park and inland from Shellharbour City Centre, the suburb covers around 2.6 km² and is home to approximately 3,300 residents. It takes its name from the blackbutt eucalyptus trees native to the region and sits at a modest elevation of 54 metres. The suburb forms part of the greater Shellharbour urban area.

Blackbutt offers affordable suburban living within easy reach of the Illawarra coast, with the beaches of Shellharbour and Warilla a short drive away. The suburb attracts young families and working households drawn to its relatively lower property prices compared to the Wollongong corridor to the north. The Princes Highway connects residents to Wollongong (30 km) and the Sydney CBD (90 km) via the motorway network. Local amenities are serviced by Albion Park and Shellharbour City Centre's shopping and services.

Blackbutt falls under postcode 2529 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shellharbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2529
Urban Area
Shellharbour
LGA / Council
Shellharbour
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Shellharbour
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.57°, 150.84°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.58 km²
Elevation
54m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albion Park Station (future)
2 km
24 min
Unanderra Station
14 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 37, 38 — Shellharbour City Centre 10 min
  • 30 — Wollongong via Albion Park 35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
~2 hr via Wollongong (bus+train)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min via M1 Princes Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
80 min

🛣️ Most residents drive; nearest train is Kiama or Unanderra on the Illawarra Line

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential streets; car required for shopping and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Blackbutt by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Blackbutt Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Blackbutt" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8%

87 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,301
Census 2021
3,291
▼ 0.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,148
Income 2021
$36,764
▲ 18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,413
Born Overseas 774

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. North Macedonia 164
  • 2. England 108
  • 3. Italy 25
  • 4. Germany 24
  • 5. Philippines 23
  • 6. Croatia 20
  • 7. Malta 18
  • 8. China 17
  • 9. New Zealand 17
  • 10. Pakistan 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,053
Australian 991
Macedonian 357
Irish 267
Scottish 232
Italian 167
Australian Aboriginal 119
German 112
Spanish 88
Greek 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,516
Both parents born in Australia
1,213
Both parents born overseas
451
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
60.3%
No Religion
29.6%
Islam
2.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
159 (4.8%)
5-14 years
373 (11.3%)
15-19 years
216 (6.6%)
20-24 years
222 (6.7%)
25-34 years
370 (11.2%)
35-44 years
352 (10.7%)
45-54 years
507 (15.4%)
55-64 years
451 (13.7%)
65-74 years
404 (12.3%)
75-84 years
173 (5.3%)
85+ years
58 (1.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Blackbutt NSW? +

Blackbutt NSW (postcode 2529) is located in the Shellharbour local government area on the NSW South Coast, about 90 km south of Sydney near Albion Park.

What is the population of Blackbutt NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blackbutt NSW has a population of approximately 3,291 residents.

Is Blackbutt close to the beach? +

Yes — Shellharbour Beach and Warilla Beach are both within about 5 km, making Blackbutt convenient for coastal lifestyle activities.

What LGA is Blackbutt NSW in? +

Blackbutt NSW 2529 is in the Shellharbour City Council local government area.

How do I get from Blackbutt to Sydney? +

The most practical route is by car via the Princes Motorway (M1), taking approximately 80–100 minutes to the Sydney CBD depending on traffic.