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Eagleton

NSW 2324 • New South Wales

205
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRetireesAffordable
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About Eagleton

Eagleton is a rural residential locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, located within the Port Stephens local government area approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Raymond Terrace and 45 kilometres north of Newcastle. The locality covers around 16 square kilometres of gently undulating land and had a population of 205 residents in the 2021 census, with a median age of around 49. Eagleton falls within County Gloucester and is part of the scenic Port Stephens hinterland.

Residents of Eagleton enjoy a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with convenient access to the amenities of Raymond Terrace and the broader Port Stephens area, including the iconic Anna Bay and Stockton Bight sand dunes. The locality is popular with owner-occupiers seeking acreage properties within reasonable commuting distance of Newcastle, as well as retirees drawn to the quiet countryside setting. Nearby Port Stephens is one of the most visited natural attractions in New South Wales, offering dolphin-watching cruises, whale watching, and world-class beaches.

Eagleton falls under postcode 2324 and is governed by the Port Stephens Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2324
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Port Stephens
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.62°, 152.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.94 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2324

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2324, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,986
Median 2023–24
$52,532
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,076

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2324; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
25 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Port Stephens Coaches — Raymond Terrace / Newcastle 20-40 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
48 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland or Fern Bay then T7 Hunter Line (~50 min to Newcastle)
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Car preferred; some bus connections via Raymond Terrace

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; vehicle required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
205
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
164.8 / 100k
2yr Down 30.1% 10yr Down 11.1%
Motor vehicle theft
197.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
353.6 / 100k
2yr Down 22.3% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
249.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.0%
View all 62 offence types for Port Stephens →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Eagleton NSW located? +

Eagleton is a rural locality in the Port Stephens local government area of the Hunter Region, NSW, approximately 10 km north-west of Raymond Terrace and 45 km north of Newcastle.

What is the population of Eagleton NSW? +

Eagleton had a population of approximately 205 residents according to the 2021 Census.

What is Eagleton NSW known for? +

Eagleton is a quiet semi-rural locality popular with those seeking acreage in the Port Stephens hinterland, with easy access to the iconic beaches and sand dunes of Port Stephens.

How far is Eagleton from Newcastle? +

Eagleton is approximately 48 km north of Newcastle CBD, typically a 50-65 minute drive depending on traffic.

Is Eagleton a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Eagleton is part of the Port Stephens 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.

What is the population of Eagleton? +

Eagleton had a population of 205 at the 2021 Census.