Belmont South
NSW 2280 • Rest of NSW
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.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
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
🛣️ Lake Macquarie On Demand service available connecting to main bus routes. Most residents rely on cars.
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
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65 John Fisher Road
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Belmont High School ICSEA 973424 Pacific Highway
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Belmont North Public School ICSEA 946Nikkin & Darling Sts
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Belmont Public School ICSEA 956Livingstone St
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Floraville Public School ICSEA 1026Floraville Rd
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Jewells Primary School ICSEA 1026Lepton Pde
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Marks Point Public School ICSEA 935Findon St
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
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
- 11. Thailand 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)