Argenton

NSW 2284 • Rest of NSW

1,352
Population (2021)
$32,032
Median Income
1.52 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Argenton

Argenton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 1,352 and a median income of $32,032, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.52 km² at an elevation of 12m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Argenton provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Argenton falls under postcode 2284 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2284
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - North
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.94°, 151.63°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.52 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,351
Census 2021
1,352
0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,480
Income 2021
$32,032
25.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,158
Born Overseas 143

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 24
  • 2. Greece 12
  • 3. Philippines 11
  • 4. Thailand 11
  • 5. India 10
  • 6. South Korea 9
  • 7. Germany 8
  • 8. New Zealand 6
  • 9. Italy 5
  • 10. Vietnam 5
  • 11. Fiji 4
  • 12. South Africa 4
  • 13. China 3
  • 14. Malaysia 3
  • 15. North Macedonia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 557
English 512
Irish 143
Scottish 139
Australian Aboriginal 100
German 60
Italian 31
Greek 24
Welsh 19
Macedonian 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

961
Both parents born in Australia
190
Both parents born overseas
136
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.6%
No Religion
42.4%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
76 (5.6%)
5-14 years
147 (10.9%)
15-19 years
70 (5.2%)
20-24 years
80 (5.9%)
25-34 years
190 (14.1%)
35-44 years
196 (14.5%)
45-54 years
166 (12.3%)
55-64 years
172 (12.7%)
65-74 years
144 (10.7%)
75-84 years
76 (5.6%)
85+ years
36 (2.7%)

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