BATHURST

A vibrant regional city located just a few short hours west of Sydney, Bathurst is one of the region's most beautiful cities.

With a strong, prosperous economy, a friendly multicultural community and vibrant cultural life, Bathurst is an ideal location for anyone.

BATHURST

A vibrant regional city located just a few short hours west of Sydney, Bathurst is one of the region's most beautiful cities. Home to Charles Sturt University (CSU), Bathurst is a regional hub for education, with over 55 educational institutions located throughout the City.
With a strong and prosperous economy, a friendly multicultural community and vibrant cultural life Bathurst is an ideal location for anyone.

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It's definitely working better for us

James and family shifted to Bathurst from Sydney

Housing out here is so much more affordable.

WELCOME TO BATHURST

Bathurst has something to offer everyone.

Home to Charles Sturt University (CSU), Bathurst is a regional hub for education, with over 55 educational institutions located throughout the City.

It is a growing. confident City, with a strong diversified economy offering an enviable lifestyle.

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LIFESTYLE

An easy 2.5 hour drive or 30 minute flight to Sydney, Bathurst is Australia's oldest inland European settlement. Home to Charles Sturt University (CSU) and a range of historic and highly-regarded private and public schools, Bathurst’s outlook is – not surprisingly - young, progressive and enthusiastic.

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JOBS

In addition to its proximity to Sydney and having a young, vibrant and active culture, Bathurst is home to some fantastic employment opportunities. Offering careers across education, health, government and construction, Bathurst is simply buzzing with possibilities. Come and see for yourself!

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PROPERTY

Despite its proximity to Sydney, fantastic homes can be found in Bathurst for less than $300,000!

You’ll also enjoy a beautiful regional setting with all the city amenities. If your preference is acreage, Bathurst offers great opportunities for that extra space.

Come and enjoy the lifestyle benefits!

QUICK FACTS

Housing prices

Median price $374,765

Key employment prospects

Education, manufacturing, retail, trade and health sectors as well as mining support services, and distribution businesses.

Key business opportunities

Engineering, health and social service and tradesperson sectors, specialist medical services, industrial development and food manufacturing.

Schools

19 primary schools, 8 independent, non-government schools; 6 secondary schools (2 public and 4 private); special care schools.

Tertiary education

Charles Sturt University, Western Institute of Tafe, Adult education.

Retail services

7 shopping centres

Leisure and dining

24 licensed hotels/clubs, 32 restaurants and 20 cafes.

Health

Bathurst Base Hospital and private hospital. Aged care services and support facilities.

Climate

Summer temperature average is 12-27 degrees; winter 1-12 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 638mm.

Population

42,900 people (ABS ERP 2017)