Fennell Bay

NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW

1,780
Population (2021)
$36,400
Median Income
2.72 km²
Area
66m
Elevation

About Fennell Bay

Fennell Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 1,780 and a median income of $36,400, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.72 km² at an elevation of 66m, 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 Fennell Bay provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Fennell Bay falls under postcode 2283 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2283
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.98°, 151.60°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.72 km²
Elevation
66m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$368
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,734
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,613
Census 2021
1,780
10.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,184
Income 2021
$36,400
29.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,497
Born Overseas 180

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 37
  • 2. New Zealand 23
  • 3. Scotland 16
  • 4. Malaysia 10
  • 5. Germany 9
  • 6. Netherlands 9
  • 7. Philippines 8
  • 8. South Africa 8
  • 9. United States 8
  • 10. Croatia 7
  • 11. Fiji 5
  • 12. Thailand 5
  • 13. China 4
  • 14. Singapore 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 780
Australian 756
Scottish 214
Irish 198
Australian Aboriginal 137
German 77
Italian 31
Dutch 22
Welsh 19
Filipino 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,251
Both parents born in Australia
229
Both parents born overseas
194
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.1%
No Religion
41.7%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
87 (4.9%)
5-14 years
172 (9.7%)
15-19 years
92 (5.2%)
20-24 years
126 (7.1%)
25-34 years
214 (12.0%)
35-44 years
193 (10.8%)
45-54 years
215 (12.1%)
55-64 years
249 (14.0%)
65-74 years
237 (13.3%)
75-84 years
142 (8.0%)
85+ years
47 (2.6%)

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