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Belmont South

NSW 2280 • Rest of NSW

1,053
Population (2021)
$64,428
Median Household Income
2.54 km²
Area
$273/wk
Median Rent
Waterfront LivingBeach AccessQuiet CommunityLake Macquarie

About Belmont South

Belmont South is a quiet coastal enclave on the Lake Macquarie peninsula, home to around 1,000 residents enjoying a privileged position between Lake Macquarie's calm waters and Nine Mile Beach on the Tasman Sea. Located 20 kilometres south of Newcastle in the Lake Macquarie LGA, this small suburb offers a relaxed waterfront lifestyle with easy access to the larger Belmont commercial centre. The community is predominantly Australian-born with a slightly older demographic enjoying the area's natural beauty.

Life in Belmont South revolves around water activities—the lake foreshore reserve provides swimming, fishing, and kayaking, while Nine Mile Beach offers surf and sand just moments away. Residents rely on nearby Belmont for shopping, dining, and services including Belmont Hospital. The suburb attracts retirees, downsizers, and families seeking affordable waterfront living away from the busier Newcastle suburbs. It's a peaceful pocket where neighbours know each other and the pace of life matches the gentle lap of the lake.

Belmont South falls under postcode 2280 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swansea electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2280
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - East
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Swansea
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.05°, 151.66°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.54 km²
Elevation
9m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Belmont South for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$905K
18 sales · ▼ 2.7% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$273
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,835
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
48 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
14.9%

65 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Fassifern
10 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 14 — Newcastle CBD via Belmont, Charlestown, Kotara 50-60 mins to Newcastle
  • 43 — Charlestown via Floraville, Tingira Heights 20-25 mins to Charlestown

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
N/A - bus to Fassifern then train (~70 mins total)
By Bus
50-60 mins via Route 14
By Car (Peak)
35-45 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 mins

🛣️ Lake Macquarie On Demand service available connecting to main bus routes. Most residents rely on cars.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets ideal for walking, but most errands require driving to Belmont shops (1-2km). Beach and lake foreshore walkable.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area, which contains Belmont South. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
Motor vehicle theft
229.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
376.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.1%
View all 62 offence types for Lake Macquarie →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,054
Census 2021
1,053
▼ 0.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,572
Personal Income 2021
$33,436
▲ 25.8% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,436 / yr
$643/wk
Household
$64,428 / yr
$1239/wk
Family
$76,856 / yr
$1478/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 933
Born Overseas 85

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 16
  • 2. England 12
  • 3. Scotland 8
  • 4. India 7
  • 5. Ireland 7
  • 6. Italy 5
  • 7. South Africa 5
  • 8. Indonesia 4
  • 9. Poland 4
  • 10. Papua New Guinea 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 460
English 448
Scottish 135
Irish 110
Australian Aboriginal 89
German 28
Italian 21
Dutch 10
New Zealander 9
Polish 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

794
Both parents born in Australia
108
Both parents born overseas
107
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.6%
No Religion
42.5%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
47 (4.5%)
5-14 years
92 (8.7%)
15-19 years
67 (6.4%)
20-24 years
77 (7.3%)
25-34 years
115 (10.9%)
35-44 years
96 (9.1%)
45-54 years
175 (16.6%)
55-64 years
169 (16.0%)
65-74 years
138 (13.1%)
75-84 years
65 (6.2%)
85+ years
23 (2.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Belmont South known for? +

Life in Belmont South revolves around water activities—the lake foreshore reserve provides swimming, fishing, and kayaking, while Nine Mile Beach offers surf and sand just moments away.

How far is Belmont South from Sydney CBD? +

Belmont South is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-45 mins in peak hour and 25-30 mins off-peak.

Does Belmont South have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Fassifern (10 km away, approximately Not walkable walk) on the Hunter Line (Newcastle & Central Coast Line). Bus services include 14, running to Newcastle CBD via Belmont, Charlestown, Kotara in approximately 50-60 mins to Newcastle.

What is the population of Belmont South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Belmont South has a population of 1,053 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Belmont South a good place to live? +

Belmont South is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents rely on nearby Belmont for shopping, dining, and services including Belmont Hospital.

What is the postcode for Belmont South? +

The postcode for Belmont South is 2280. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Belmont South? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Belmont South is about $643 per week (around $33,400 per year). The median household income is $1,239 per week and the median family income is $1,478 per week.

What is the median house price in Belmont South? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $905,000, down 2.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Belmont South? +

The median age in Belmont South is 48. The largest age group is 45–54 (175 residents, around 17%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Belmont South a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Belmont South is part of the Lake Macquarie LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Belmont South? +

In Belmont South, the median weekly rent is $273, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,835 (2021 Census).