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Cooks Hill

NSW 2300 • Rest of NSW

3,774
Population (2021)
$53,300
Median Income
0.72 km²
Area
10m
Elevation

About Cooks Hill

Cooks Hill is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Newcastle (City) area. With a population of 3,774 and a median income of $53,300, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.72 km² at an elevation of 10m, 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 Cooks Hill provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Cooks Hill falls under postcode 2300 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2300
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.93°, 151.77°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.72 km²
Elevation
10m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Harris Farm Markets
    227 Darby Street, Cooks Hill NSW 2300

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Cooks Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

St John's Church, Hall & Grounds
1D Parry Street Cooks Hill • SHR #00124

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,297
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,621
Census 2021
3,774
▲ 4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,136
Income 2021
$53,300
▲ 18.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,056
Born Overseas 538

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 120
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. United States 48
  • 4. Germany 27
  • 5. Philippines 26
  • 6. Canada 25
  • 7. South Africa 19
  • 8. Scotland 17
  • 9. India 12
  • 10. China 11
  • 11. Italy 11
  • 12. South Korea 10
  • 13. Netherlands 10
  • 14. Thailand 10
  • 15. Japan 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,718
Australian 1,331
Irish 636
Scottish 524
German 177
Australian Aboriginal 133
Italian 113
Dutch 72
Chinese 59
Polish 51

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,355
Both parents born in Australia
654
Both parents born overseas
581
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
58.1%
Christianity
33.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
150 (4.0%)
5-14 years
276 (7.3%)
15-19 years
152 (4.0%)
20-24 years
462 (12.2%)
25-34 years
814 (21.6%)
35-44 years
460 (12.2%)
45-54 years
459 (12.2%)
55-64 years
434 (11.5%)
65-74 years
369 (9.8%)
75-84 years
155 (4.1%)
85+ years
45 (1.2%)

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