How far is Holmesville from Newcastle?

Holmesville is approximately 21 kilometres from Newcastle. The drive takes around ~30 min during peak hour and ~22 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately ~35 min (drive to Cockle Creek + train).

Does Holmesville have public transport?

Holmesville is served by Cockle Creek Station station (5.5 km, approximately null walk) on the Hunter Line (Sydney–Newcastle). Local bus services including Hunter Valley Bus route 156 also connect residents to Charlestown / Glendale.

What is the population of Holmesville?

According to the 2021 Census, Holmesville has a population of approximately 1,413 residents.

Is Holmesville a good place to live?

Holmesville is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Holmesville?

The postcode for Holmesville in NSW is 2286.

What is the average income in Holmesville?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Holmesville is about $743 per week (around $38,600 per year). The median household income is $1,884 per week and the median family income is $2,032 per week.

What is the median house price in Holmesville?

As of 2025, the median house price is $826,000, up 2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Holmesville?

The median age in Holmesville is 38. The largest age group is 25–34 (204 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Holmesville a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Holmesville 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.

How much is rent in Holmesville?

In Holmesville, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).

Holmesville

NSW 2286 • Rest of NSW

1,413

Population (2021)

$97,968

Median Household Income

1.70 km²

Area

$390/wk

Median Rent

Family-FriendlySuburbanBushlandAffordable

About Holmesville

Holmesville is a quiet residential suburb located 21 kilometres west of Newcastle CBD within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area. Established in 1895, the suburb covers approximately 1.9 square kilometres and recorded a population of 1,413 at the 2021 census. Surrounded by bushland and positioned close to the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway, Holmesville offers a peaceful semi-rural setting within the Greater Newcastle region.

The suburb appeals primarily to families and owner-occupiers drawn to its affordable housing, quiet streets and proximity to the freeway for easy commuting to both Newcastle and the Central Coast. Nearby West Wallsend and Cameron Park provide additional retail and schooling options, while the broader Lake Macquarie area offers extensive waterfront recreation. Holmesville has a genuine community feel, with its low-density housing and bushland surrounds attracting those seeking a break from busier urban centres.

Holmesville falls under postcode 2286 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2286

Urban Area

Lake Macquarie - North

LGA / Council

Lake Macquarie

Federal Electorate

Hunter

State Electorate

Cessnock

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-32.92°, 151.58°

Statistical Area

Rest of NSW

Area

1.70 km²

Elevation

28m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$826K

24 sales · ▲ 2% 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)

$390

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,733

Avg Household Size

2.9 people

Median Age

38 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cockle Creek Station

5.5 km

Hunter Line (Sydney–Newcastle)

Cardiff Station

6.2 km

Hunter Line (Sydney–Newcastle)

Bus Services

Hunter Valley Bus route 156 — Charlestown / Glendale ~30 min
Route 210 — Newcastle Interchange ~45 min

Commute to Newcastle

Distance

21 km

By Train

~35 min (drive to Cockle Creek + train)

By Bus

~50 min

By Car (Peak)

~30 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

~22 min

🛣️ Most residents drive. Sydney-Newcastle Freeway provides direct freeway access. Nearest train stations require a short drive.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mostly car-dependent. Limited local amenities within walking distance, but residential streets are pedestrian friendly.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏫

West Wallsend High School ICSEA 940

4953 2111 20 Appletree Road

GovernmentSecondaryCoedNon-Denominational
🏫

West Wallsend Public School ICSEA 950

4953 2930 Brown St

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🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

1,365

Census 2021

1,413

▲ 3.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$29,276

Personal Income 2021

$38,636

▲ 32.0% 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

$38,636 / yr

$743/wk

Household

$97,968 / yr

$1884/wk

Family

$105,664 / yr

$2032/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,289

Born Overseas 82

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 25
2. Germany 11
3. Philippines 5
4. Sri Lanka 5
5. New Zealand 4
6. China 3
7. Scotland 3
8. Thailand 3
9. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 694

English 574

Scottish 171

Irish 131

Australian Aboriginal 124

German 65

Italian 27

Dutch 20

Welsh 15

New Zealander 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,140

Both parents born in Australia

117

Both parents born overseas

123

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion

48.1%

Christianity

46.5%

Buddhism

1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

75 (5.3%)

5-14 years

183 (13.0%)

15-19 years

99 (7.0%)

20-24 years

82 (5.8%)

25-34 years

204 (14.4%)

35-44 years

151 (10.7%)

45-54 years

199 (14.1%)

55-64 years

198 (14.0%)

65-74 years

171 (12.1%)

75-84 years

47 (3.3%)

85+ years

13 (0.9%)