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Newcastle East

NSW 2300 • Rest of NSW

1,061
Population (2021)
$98,332
Median Household Income
0.52 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
CoastalInner CityHistoricAffluentBeachside

About Newcastle East

Newcastle East is a small but historically significant inner-city suburb of Newcastle in New South Wales, situated on a narrow peninsula between the Hunter River and the Pacific Ocean. With a population of just 1,061 recorded in the 2021 Census across only 0.4 square kilometres, it is one of the most densely settled and unique locations in the Hunter Region. The suburb encompasses key Newcastle landmarks including Nobbys Head, Fort Scratchley, and Newcastle Beach, making it a focal point for both residents and visitors.

Newcastle East offers a distinctive coastal inner-city lifestyle, with stunning ocean views, heritage fortifications, and some of Newcastle's finest dining and bar precincts along Honeysuckle Drive and the nearby CBD. The suburb appeals to urban professionals and downsizers seeking a walkable, heritage-rich environment close to the beach and city. Newcastle's light rail service connects the area to the broader city, and the revitalised East End precinct has established Newcastle East as one of the most desirable addresses in regional New South Wales.

Newcastle East falls under postcode 2300 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2300
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA / Council
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.92°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.52 km²
Elevation
5m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.39M
6 sales · ▲ 9.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.99M
18 sales · ▲ 17.2% 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)
$3,238
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
18.2%

84 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Newcastle Interchange
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • City centre routes — Newcastle CBD 5 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
1 km
By Train
Light rail to Newcastle Interchange ~5 min
By Car (Peak)
5-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Highly walkable to Newcastle CBD; light rail and buses available

Walkability Very Walkable

Excellent walkability with beach, CBD, restaurants, and light rail all within easy walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Newcastle East, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Earp Gillam Bond Store Precinct
16 Telford Street Newcastle East • SHR #00762
Newcastle Ocean Baths Complex
30 Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle East • SHR #02106

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Newcastle Local Government Area, which contains Newcastle East. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,004
Census 2021
1,061
▲ 5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,720
Personal Income 2021
$53,872
▲ 20.5% 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
$53,872 / yr
$1036/wk
Household
$98,332 / yr
$1891/wk
Family
$140,296 / yr
$2698/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 812
Born Overseas 161

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 43
  • 2. New Zealand 23
  • 3. Philippines 10
  • 4. Scotland 8
  • 5. Germany 5
  • 6. China 4
  • 7. Nepal 4
  • 8. Brazil 3
  • 9. Canada 3
  • 10. Greece 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 463
Australian 317
Irish 175
Scottish 160
German 53
Australian Aboriginal 37
Italian 23
Dutch 17
Chinese 16
New Zealander 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

641
Both parents born in Australia
192
Both parents born overseas
133
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.4%
Christianity
35.7%
Buddhism
1.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
35 (3.3%)
5-14 years
86 (8.1%)
15-19 years
50 (4.7%)
20-24 years
77 (7.3%)
25-34 years
135 (12.7%)
35-44 years
120 (11.3%)
45-54 years
157 (14.8%)
55-64 years
172 (16.2%)
65-74 years
145 (13.7%)
75-84 years
78 (7.4%)
85+ years
16 (1.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newcastle East known for? +

Newcastle East is known for Nobbys Beach, Fort Scratchley, and its heritage-rich coastal setting at the tip of the Newcastle peninsula. It is part of Newcastle's historic East End precinct with cafes, restaurants, and bars.

How do you get to Newcastle East by public transport? +

Newcastle East is served by the Newcastle Light Rail which connects to the Newcastle Interchange, providing links to the broader Hunter rail network and bus services.

What is the population of Newcastle East? +

Newcastle East had a population of 1,061 according to the 2021 Census, in a compact area of 0.4 square kilometres.

Is Newcastle East close to the beach? +

Yes – Newcastle Beach is located within Newcastle East itself, and Nobbys Beach is just steps away at the tip of the suburb, making it one of the most coastal inner suburbs in New South Wales.

What LGA is Newcastle East in? +

Newcastle East is part of the City of Newcastle local government area in New South Wales.

What is the average income in Newcastle East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Newcastle East is about $1,036 per week (around $53,900 per year). The median household income is $1,891 per week and the median family income is $2,698 per week.

What is the median house price in Newcastle East? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,390,000, up 9.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,992,500, up 17.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Newcastle East? +

The median age in Newcastle East is 47. The largest age group is 55–64 (172 residents, around 16%). Around 16% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Newcastle East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Newcastle East 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.

How much is rent in Newcastle East? +

In Newcastle East, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,238 (2021 Census).