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Balmain NSW 2041

The size of Balmain is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 15 parks covering nearly 8.8% of total area. The population of Balmain in 2016 was 10453 people. By 2021 the population was 10454 showing a population growth of 0.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Balmain is 40-49 years. Households in Balmain are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Balmain work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 56.60% of the homes in Balmain were owner-occupied compared with 55.60% in 2016.

Balmain has 6,029 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Balmain have seen a 48.24% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 35.69% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

• The median value for Houses in Balmain is $3,114,978 while the median value for Units is $1,504,654.
• Houses have a median rent of $950 while Units have a median rent of $800.