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Garden Suburb

NSW 2289 • Rest of NSW

1,959
Population (2021)
$122,772
Median Household Income
1.90 km²
Area
$465/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablishedAffordable

About Garden Suburb

Garden Suburb is a residential suburb located in the Lake Macquarie City Council area of the Hunter Region, New South Wales, approximately 10 kilometres south-west of Newcastle CBD. With a population of around 1,959 residents living within just under 2 square kilometres, it is a compact, well-established neighbourhood bordered by bushland and adjoining suburbs such as Kotara South, Glendale, and Edgeworth. The suburb takes its name from the garden suburb urban planning movement and is characterised by leafy streetscapes, generous block sizes, and a quiet residential atmosphere.

Garden Suburb offers a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of the Hunter Region's major amenities. Residents benefit from proximity to Glendale's major retail precinct — home to Westfield Glendale — as well as access to local schools including Garden Suburb Public School. The suburb appeals strongly to families and established households who appreciate the relaxed suburban environment, tree-lined streets, and good connectivity to Newcastle via local bus services and the nearby John Hunter Hospital precinct. Its Landcom-developed portions also offer newer housing options alongside the area's established homes.

Garden Suburb falls under postcode 2289 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Charlestown electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2289
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - North
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Charlestown
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.95°, 151.68°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.90 km²
Elevation
79m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$955K
36 sales · ▼ 8.6% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$465
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,066
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Glendale Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 225, 230 — Newcastle Interchange / Glendale 25-35 min to Newcastle

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
approx 20 min from Glendale to Newcastle Interchange
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bus to Glendale then train; or direct bus services to Newcastle

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths throughout; walkable to local parks and Garden Suburb Public School; bus stops accessible on main roads

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,910
Census 2021
1,959
▲ 2.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,520
Personal Income 2021
$48,984
▲ 23.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$48,984 / yr
$942/wk
Household
$122,772 / yr
$2361/wk
Family
$137,228 / yr
$2639/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,695
Born Overseas 249

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 42
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. India 17
  • 4. Germany 15
  • 5. United States 11
  • 6. Sri Lanka 10
  • 7. Malaysia 8
  • 8. Scotland 8
  • 9. Canada 5
  • 10. Fiji 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 845
Australian 761
Scottish 291
Irish 232
German 90
Italian 64
Australian Aboriginal 61
Chinese 45
Dutch 34
Indian 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,261
Both parents born in Australia
324
Both parents born overseas
285
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.2%
No Religion
42.4%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
118 (6.0%)
5-14 years
255 (13.0%)
15-19 years
138 (7.0%)
20-24 years
122 (6.2%)
25-34 years
179 (9.1%)
35-44 years
256 (13.1%)
45-54 years
235 (12.0%)
55-64 years
254 (13.0%)
65-74 years
199 (10.2%)
75-84 years
118 (6.0%)
85+ years
82 (4.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Garden Suburb NSW located? +

Garden Suburb is a residential suburb in the Lake Macquarie City Council area, approximately 10 kilometres south-west of Newcastle CBD in the Hunter Region of NSW.

What schools are in Garden Suburb NSW? +

Garden Suburb Public School (Prospect Road) is the local government primary school. Nearby options include Kotara South Public School and St James' Primary School.

How far is Garden Suburb from Newcastle CBD? +

Garden Suburb is approximately 10 kilometres from Newcastle CBD. By car this is around 15–25 minutes, and by public transport (bus to Glendale then train) approximately 30–40 minutes.

What is the median house price in Garden Suburb? +

The median house price in Garden Suburb is approximately $955,000 based on recent sales data, reflecting the suburb's desirable position in the Lake Macquarie market.

What shopping is near Garden Suburb? +

Westfield Glendale, one of the Hunter Region's largest shopping centres, is approximately 2.5 kilometres from Garden Suburb and offers major supermarkets, retail stores, and dining.

What is the average income in Garden Suburb? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Garden Suburb is about $942 per week (around $49,000 per year). The median household income is $2,361 per week and the median family income is $2,639 per week.

What is the age profile of Garden Suburb? +

The median age in Garden Suburb is 41. The largest age group is 35–44 (256 residents, around 13%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Garden Suburb a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Garden Suburb 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.

What is the population of Garden Suburb? +

Garden Suburb had a population of 1,959 at the 2021 Census, up 2.6% from 1,910 in 2016.

How much is rent in Garden Suburb? +

In Garden Suburb, the median weekly rent is $465, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,066 (2021 Census).