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Lenaghan

NSW 2322 • New South Wales

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralQuietCommuter BeltEstablished
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About Lenaghan

Lenaghan is an outer north-western suburb of Newcastle in the City of Newcastle local government area, located approximately 17 kilometres from the Newcastle CBD in New South Wales. The suburb covers around 6 square kilometres and had a population of 70 residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a low-density residential and semi-rural locality on the fringe of Greater Newcastle. The area shares the 2322 postcode with nearby suburbs including Beresfield and Woodberry, situated in the Hunter River corridor.

Lenaghan provides a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle within practical reach of Newcastle's urban services, with residents typically accessing shopping, medical facilities, and transport connections through nearby centres such as Maitland and the Cessnock-Kurri Kurri corridor. The Hunter Expressway improves connectivity to Newcastle and the broader Hunter region, making the area attractive to those seeking larger land holdings with reasonable access to employment. The surrounding Hunter Valley landscape is characterised by agricultural land, bushland reserves, and the gentle topography typical of the region's western fringes.

Lenaghan falls under postcode 2322 and is governed by the Newcastle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Wallsend electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2322
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Wallsend
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.82°, 151.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.08 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2322

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2322, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,855
Median 2023–24
$63,624
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,721

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2322; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beresfield
7 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Maitland / Newcastle Approx. 30-45 min by road

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
Drive to Beresfield station (approx. 7 km) then train to Newcastle Interchange
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Hunter Expressway provides good road access to Newcastle; Maitland also accessible in 20-25 min by car

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lenaghan is a semi-rural fringe suburb with no local shops or services; a car is required for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
553 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
413.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
677.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
30 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
961.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.2%
View all 62 offence types for Newcastle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lenaghan known for? +

Lenaghan is known as a quiet, low-density semi-rural locality on the north-western fringe of Greater Newcastle, offering larger land parcels and a peaceful lifestyle within commuting distance of the Newcastle CBD and Hunter Valley employment centres.

How far is Lenaghan from Newcastle CBD? +

Lenaghan is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of the Newcastle CBD, a journey that typically takes 25–40 minutes by car depending on traffic, with the Hunter Expressway improving road access.

Does Lenaghan have public transport? +

Lenaghan has very limited public transport options. The nearest train station is Beresfield, approximately 7 kilometres away on the Hunter Line. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around the area.

What is the population of Lenaghan? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lenaghan has a population of 70 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled fringe locality within the City of Newcastle local government area.

Is Lenaghan a good place to live? +

Lenaghan suits those seeking a quiet rural fringe lifestyle with generous land sizes while maintaining reasonable access to Newcastle, Maitland, and the Hunter Valley. The area is best suited to car-dependent households who value space and privacy over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Lenaghan? +

The postcode for Lenaghan, NSW is 2322, shared with nearby localities including Beresfield, Woodberry, and Thornton in the Hunter region.

Is Lenaghan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lenaghan is part of the Newcastle 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.