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Newcastle West

NSW 2302 • Rest of NSW

1,453
Population (2021)
$85,228
Median Household Income
0.87 km²
Area
$460/wk
Median Rent
Inner-CityCBD-AdjacentMid-RangeCafé Culture

About Newcastle West

Newcastle West is a compact inner-urban suburb on the western edge of Newcastle's city centre, situated approximately 160 kilometres north of Sydney within the City of Newcastle local government area. Covering less than one square kilometre, the suburb is densely settled with a population of 1,453 living predominantly in apartments and smaller dwellings, reflected in the average household size of just 1.7 persons. Its location immediately adjacent to the Newcastle CBD makes it attractive to young professionals, students, and retirees seeking inner-city convenience, with a high proportion of residents aged 20-34 and 65 and over.

Newcastle West is well-supplied with everyday amenities, anchored by the Westend Shopping Centre on the corner of King and National Park Streets — home to a Coles supermarket — and a Woolworths on Steel Street, making it one of the most grocery-convenient suburbs in the region. The Newcastle Light Rail connects the suburb to the city's central interchange, the beach precinct, and inner suburbs, while heritage buildings along King Street and the CBD's revitalised laneways lend the area a vibrant, urban character. The suburb suits those who want walkable city-edge living with access to Newcastle's dining, arts, and waterfront scene.

Newcastle West falls under postcode 2302 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2302
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA / Council
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.93°, 151.76°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.87 km²
Elevation
7m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏢Unit / Apartment
$810K
124 sales · ▲ 3.9% 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)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,907
Avg Household Size
1.7 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.8%

37 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wickham
0.7 km
9 min
Newcastle Interchange
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • Multiple Newcastle Transport routes — Newcastle CBD / John Hunter Hospital / Lake Macquarie 5-20 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
1 km
By Train
1-2 stops to Newcastle Interchange via Newcastle Light Rail or short walk
By Car (Peak)
5-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-5 min

🛣️ Exceptionally close to Newcastle CBD; light rail provides a car-free connection to Hunter Street and the beach precinct

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands and daily needs can be done on foot with two supermarkets, CBD proximity, and the Newcastle Light Rail at hand

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westend Shopping CentreCnr King Street & National Park Street Newcastle West 2302 NSW
  • Woolworths
    23 Steel Street Newcastle West 2302 NSW

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Miss Porter's House
434 King Street Newcastle • SHR #01445
Castlemaine Brewery (former)
787 Hunter Street Newcastle • SHR #00312

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Newcastle Local Government Area, which contains Newcastle West. 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
618
Census 2021
1,453
▲ 135.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,948
Personal Income 2021
$53,144
▲ 36.4% 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
$53,144 / yr
$1022/wk
Household
$85,228 / yr
$1639/wk
Family
$120,536 / yr
$2318/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,041
Born Overseas 360

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 53
  • 2. China 23
  • 3. India 23
  • 4. New Zealand 22
  • 5. United States 12
  • 6. Vietnam 12
  • 7. Indonesia 11
  • 8. Nepal 10
  • 9. Brazil 9
  • 10. South Korea 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 611
Australian 413
Irish 203
Scottish 188
German 71
Chinese 59
Indian 36
Italian 33
Australian Aboriginal 26
Polish 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

778
Both parents born in Australia
424
Both parents born overseas
189
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.5%
Christianity
39.9%
Islam
3.2%
Buddhism
2.7%
Hinduism
2.5%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
35 (2.4%)
5-14 years
43 (3.0%)
15-19 years
30 (2.1%)
20-24 years
130 (8.9%)
25-34 years
370 (25.5%)
35-44 years
149 (10.3%)
45-54 years
124 (8.5%)
55-64 years
188 (12.9%)
65-74 years
169 (11.6%)
75-84 years
137 (9.4%)
85+ years
73 (5.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newcastle West known for? +

Newcastle West is known for its central location on the edge of Newcastle's revitalised CBD, the Westend Shopping Centre, and its mix of heritage buildings and modern apartments that offer walkable inner-city living in Australia's seventh-largest city.

How far is Newcastle West from Sydney CBD? +

Newcastle West is approximately 160 kilometres north of Sydney's CBD, around a 2-hour drive or roughly 2.5 hours by train on the T1 Hunter Line from Central Station.

Does Newcastle West have public transport? +

Yes. Wickham train station (T1 Hunter Line) is approximately 0.7km away, and the Newcastle Light Rail connects the suburb to the Newcastle Interchange, beach precinct, and inner suburbs. Multiple bus routes also serve the area.

What is the population of Newcastle West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Newcastle West has a population of approximately 1,453 residents across less than one square kilometre, reflecting its dense apartment-style character with an average household size of only 1.7 persons.

Is Newcastle West a good place to live? +

Newcastle West is excellent for those who want walkable city-edge living — two major supermarkets, proximity to Newcastle's CBD, light rail access, and heritage streetscapes make it convenient and characterful for singles, professionals, and retirees alike.

What is the postcode for Newcastle West? +

The postcode for Newcastle West is 2302.

What is the average income in Newcastle West? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Newcastle West is about $1,022 per week (around $53,100 per year). The median household income is $1,639 per week and the median family income is $2,318 per week.

What is the median house price in Newcastle West? +

As of 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $810,063, up 3.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Newcastle West? +

The median age in Newcastle West is 42. The largest age group is 25–34 (370 residents, around 25%). Around 7% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Newcastle West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Newcastle West 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 West? +

In Newcastle West, the median weekly rent is $460, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,907 (2021 Census).