Blackheath, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Blackheath, in the Blue Mountains City Council local government area.
| Locality | Blackheath |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Blue Mountains City Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -33.63155 |
| Longitude | 150.28986 |
| Population | 4,382 |
| Density | 96.2 /km² |
| Area | 45.5 km² |
| Elevation | 1063 m |
| Postcode | 2785 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 89 km west-northwest |
Blackheath is a locality in the Blue Mountains City Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 4,382. The locality covers an area of 45.5 km², giving a population density of about 96.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 1063 m above sea level. It lies approximately 89 km west-northwest of Sydney. Blackheath is located at 33.6315°S, 150.2899°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2785. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Blackheath unfolds across a high plateau, a cool, crisp crown atop the Blue Mountains. It lies 40.4 km west-north-west of Glenmore Park, NSW (from Glenmore Park, NSW: bearing 296°T), and is situated 8.1 km north of Katoomba. Here, the air carries the sharp scent of eucalyptus, a bracing perfume that clings to the dense forests and open heathlands. The landscape is a study in subtle textures: resilient native grasses, the rough bark of ancient gums, and the occasional splash of vibrant colour from wildflowers in season, all under a sky that can shift from brilliant azure to brooding grey with startling speed. The very ground seems to breathe, a vast, ancient lung exhaling the wildness of this elevated country.
This elevated haven, Blackheath, carries the echoes of a rugged past, shaped by the relentless drive of coal mining that once pulsed beneath its surface and the hardy spirit of early settlers who carved a living from its challenging terrain. The Great Western Highway, a vital artery, still hums with the traffic of travellers drawn to its natural wonders, a testament to its enduring appeal as a gateway to the western reaches. Today, the local economy finds its rhythm in tourism and the quiet hum of small businesses, while the nearby national parks, like the magnificent Grand Canyon, offer a profound connection to the raw, untamed beauty that defines this special place, a beauty that whispers tales of resilience and enduring wildness.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Blackheath, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Blackheath, in the Blue Mountains City Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Blackheath includes the postcode (2785), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Blue Mountains City Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Blackheath is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |