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Blair Athol

NSW 2560 • Greater Sydney

2,725
Population (2021)
$42,068
Median Income
0.90 km²
Area
$470/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalSuburbanFamily-FriendlyCommuter BeltAffordable

About Blair Athol

Blair Athol is a small but densely settled suburb in Sydney's south-western growth corridor, located approximately 53 kilometres from the Sydney CBD within the City of Campbelltown. With a population of 2,725 spread across just 0.9 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities in the Campbelltown area, with a median age of 37 and notably large average household size of 3.4 persons. The suburb is among the most culturally diverse in the region, with significant Filipino, Indian, and South-East Asian communities — nearly half of all residents were born overseas.

Blair Athol's residents benefit from its proximity to Campbelltown's established services, including Campbelltown Mall, Campbelltown Hospital, and a range of schools serving the south-west. The suburb is well-connected via the T8 Airport & South line, with Campbelltown Station approximately 1.5 kilometres away offering direct rail services to the Sydney CBD. The Hume Highway provides quick road access to Liverpool, Parramatta, and the city. Blair Athol suits families looking for affordable housing close to employment and education in Sydney's south-west, and its multicultural character is reflected in local food and community life.

Blair Athol falls under postcode 2560 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Campbelltown electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2560
Urban Area
Campbelltown - Woodbine - Leumeah
LGA / Council
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
Macarthur
State Electorate
Campbelltown
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.06°, 150.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.90 km²
Elevation
93m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Campbelltown Station
1.5 km
18–22 min
Leumeah Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Busways Route 884, 887 — Campbelltown Station / Narellan 8–15 min to Campbelltown

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
53 km
By Train
Approx. 80 min to Central via T8 South West Line from Campbelltown Station
By Car (Peak)
60–80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45–55 min

🛣️ Hume Highway and M5 Motorway provide road access; Campbelltown Station is the local rail hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car or bus, though Campbelltown's services are a short drive or bus ride away

🛒 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 Blair Athol by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Blair Athol Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$470
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

7 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,877
Census 2021
2,725
▼ 5.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,336
Income 2021
$42,068
▲ 12.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,370
Born Overseas 1,252

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 249
  • 2. India 156
  • 3. Fiji 86
  • 4. New Zealand 59
  • 5. Iraq 54
  • 6. China 42
  • 7. Bangladesh 41
  • 8. England 32
  • 9. Egypt 23
  • 10. Pakistan 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 462
English 409
Filipino 348
Indian 278
Chinese 164
Irish 89
Scottish 83
Italian 72
Samoan 65
Vietnamese 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

562
Both parents born in Australia
1,845
Both parents born overseas
223
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.8%
No Religion
15.4%
Islam
12.2%
Buddhism
7.2%
Hinduism
5.7%
Sikhism
1.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
157 (5.8%)
5-14 years
320 (11.7%)
15-19 years
224 (8.2%)
20-24 years
235 (8.6%)
25-34 years
319 (11.7%)
35-44 years
386 (14.2%)
45-54 years
406 (14.9%)
55-64 years
378 (13.9%)
65-74 years
222 (8.1%)
75-84 years
62 (2.3%)
85+ years
15 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blair Athol known for? +

Blair Athol is known for its highly multicultural community, with significant Filipino, Indian, and South-East Asian populations making it one of the most diverse suburbs in Campbelltown. It offers affordable family living close to Campbelltown's services and rail connections to Sydney.

How far is Blair Athol from Sydney CBD? +

Blair Athol is approximately 53 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, around 45–55 minutes by car off-peak or approximately 80 minutes by train via Campbelltown Station on the T8 South West Line.

Does Blair Athol have public transport? +

Blair Athol is served by local Busways routes connecting to Campbelltown Station, approximately 1.5 kilometres away, which offers regular T8 Airport & South line services to the Sydney CBD. The Hume Highway also provides good road access.

What is the population of Blair Athol? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blair Athol has a population of 2,725 living in a compact 0.9 square kilometre area, giving it one of the higher population densities in the Campbelltown region. Average household size is 3.4 persons, reflecting its strong family demographic.

Is Blair Athol a good place to live? +

Blair Athol suits families looking for affordable housing in Sydney's south-west with access to schools, hospitals, and Campbelltown's retail precinct. Its multicultural character and community focus make it a vibrant, welcoming suburb, though commute times to the Sydney CBD are lengthy.

What is the postcode for Blair Athol? +

The postcode for Blair Athol, New South Wales is 2560.