WHY INVEST
in bathurst


Bathurst is a well-established regional city offering affordability, strong infrastructure investment and a diversified service economy, supporting consistent housing demand and long-term investment performance.

A regional growth corridor with strong infrastructure and lifestyle appeal

Located approximately 200 kilometres north-west of Sydney, Bathurst is a strategically positioned regional city in Central Western New South Wales. It serves as the administrative, education and healthcare centre for the surrounding region, supporting a broad employment base.

Strong transport connections via the Great Western Highway and Main Western Railway continue to improve accessibility, while planned freight and road upgrades are strengthening connectivity with Sydney and the wider Central West. These fundamentals underpin Bathurst’s role as a resilient regional hub.

200km
FROM SYDNEY

Bathurst’s city centre combines heritage character with modern regional amenities.

Regional landscapes and open space contribute to Bathurst’s strong lifestyle appeal.

$4B+
GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT

Economy & employment

Bathurst maintains a diverse and stable economy supported by education, healthcare, construction, retail and light manufacturing. Major institutions including Charles Sturt University, Bathurst Health Service and regional government agencies underpin professional employment, while logistics, tourism, mining and agribusiness contribute to local supply chains. With a gross regional product exceeding $4 billion, Bathurst’s economy reflects long-term public and private sector investment.

in numbers

POPULATION (2024)
44,381
Forecast population (2041)
~50,500
MEDIAN HOUSE PRICE
$680,000
Median weekly rent (houses)
$530

KEY INVESTMENT DRIVERS

ECONOMIC DIVERSITY
Bathurst’s economy is anchored by education, healthcare and public administration, providing stable employment and income streams. Growth in construction, logistics, tourism and manufacturing further supports economic resilience and reduces reliance on any single industry.

POPULATION GROWTH
The population of 44,381 in 2024 is projected to reach approximately 50,500 by 2041. Growth is driven by migration from Sydney and surrounding centres, supported by affordability, education opportunities and lifestyle factors. This balanced demographic mix sustains demand for housing and services.

AFFORDABILITY ADVANTAGE
With a median house price of $680,000 and average rents of $530 per week, Bathurst offers an accessible entry point compared to Sydney. Gross rental yields around 4.0% reflect solid value supported by consistent local demand.

TIGHT RENTAL CONDITIONS
A vacancy rate of approximately 1.7% highlights a persistently tight rental market. University accommodation demand, population growth and limited land release continue to constrain supply, supporting rental stability and price resilience.

50,500

FORECAST
POPULATION

BY 2041
4.0%

APPROX.

RENTAL YIELD

INFRASTRUCTURE & DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE

$200 million Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment strengthening healthcare capacity
Laffing Waters precinct expanding residential     land supply over the medium term
Ongoing upgrades to roads, water and community infrastructure
Freight and transport improvements enhancing access to Sydney and the Central West

LIFESTYLE & LIVEABILITY

Bathurst combines heritage character with contemporary liveability. The city is known for its motorsport events, regional festivals and cultural calendar, alongside cafés, open space and strong community infrastructure. Its balance of lifestyle, services and connectivity continues to attract families, students and professionals seeking long-term regional stability.

Sources

•   ABS (2021) Census QuickStats – Bathurst Regional LGA (LGA10500): abs.gov.au
•   RDA Central West (2025) – Bathurst Regional Profile (July 2025)
•   PRD Research (2025) – Bathurst Market Update H1 2025
•   Bathurst Regional Council (2025) – Major Projects and Infrastructure Pipeline
•   NSW Health Infrastructure – Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment (2025)
•   NSW Department of Planning and Environment – Population Projections (2025)

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