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Bennetts Green

NSW 2290 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.65 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Bennetts Green

Bennetts Green is a small locality in the City of Lake Macquarie LGA, positioned approximately 14 kilometres south-west of Newcastle and 5 kilometres south of Charlestown in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. Covering around 4.5 km², the locality sits between the more established suburbs of Gateshead, Windale, and Jewells, and is close to the popular coastal headland at Redhead. The 2021 Census recorded a population of zero, indicating the area functions primarily as open land rather than an active residential community.

Although Bennetts Green itself is largely unpopulated, it is surrounded by established Lake Macquarie suburbs offering a full range of suburban amenities, including the Charlestown Square shopping centre, schools, and Lake Macquarie's extensive waterfront. The nearby Redhead Beach and Dudley Beach are popular destinations for surf and coastal recreation, while the area's green spaces contribute to the broader greenway network of Lake Macquarie. Future residential development on the fringes of the locality may see population growth as Lake Macquarie continues to expand.

Bennetts Green falls under postcode 2290 and is governed by the Lake Macquarie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Shortland, while state elections fall under the Swansea electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2290
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Swansea
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.98°, 151.71°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.65 km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏢Unit / Apartment
$595K
10 sales · ▲ 12.7% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2290

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2290, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,630
Median 2023–24
$62,884
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,371

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2290; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gateshead (no rail)
2 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Regional bus links via Charlestown — Charlestown / Newcastle CBD ~20-30 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest stations are Warners Bay or Cardiff (~20 min drive to station, then ~25 min to Newcastle)
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport for most residents in the area

Walkability Car-Dependent

Low-density area without significant local commercial or retail amenity; car required for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
0
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area, which contains Bennetts Green. 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bennetts Green NSW? +

Bennetts Green is a locality in the City of Lake Macquarie LGA, approximately 14 km south-west of Newcastle and 5 km south of Charlestown in New South Wales.

What is near Bennetts Green? +

Bennetts Green is surrounded by established suburbs including Gateshead, Windale, Jewells, and Redhead, with Charlestown Square shopping centre nearby. Redhead Beach is a short drive away.

Does Bennetts Green have a train station? +

No, Bennetts Green does not have its own train station. The closest stations are Warners Bay and Cardiff on the Hunter Line, approximately a 15-20 minute drive away.

What is the median house price in Bennetts Green? +

As of 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $595,250, up 12.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Bennetts Green a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bennetts Green 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.