Valentine

NSW 2280 • Rest of NSW

5,773
Population (2021)
$47,008
Median Income
4.91 km²
Area
45m
Elevation

About Valentine

Valentine is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 5,773 and a median income of $47,008, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.91 km² at an elevation of 45m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Valentine provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Valentine falls under postcode 2280 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swansea electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2280
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.02°, 151.64°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
4.91 km²
Elevation
45m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$490
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,096
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,516
Census 2021
5,773
4.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,764
Income 2021
$47,008
27.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,008
Born Overseas 638

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 187
  • 2. New Zealand 56
  • 3. South Africa 44
  • 4. Germany 37
  • 5. Scotland 33
  • 6. United States 27
  • 7. India 26
  • 8. China 14
  • 9. Malaysia 12
  • 10. Netherlands 11
  • 11. Ireland 10
  • 12. Cambodia 8
  • 13. Fiji 8
  • 14. Canada 7
  • 15. Greece 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,786
Australian 2,408
Scottish 702
Irish 696
German 290
Australian Aboriginal 118
Dutch 104
Italian 98
Welsh 83
Chinese 68

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,107
Both parents born in Australia
839
Both parents born overseas
704
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.2%
No Religion
43.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
265 (4.6%)
5-14 years
837 (14.5%)
15-19 years
364 (6.3%)
20-24 years
287 (5.0%)
25-34 years
398 (6.9%)
35-44 years
655 (11.3%)
45-54 years
813 (14.1%)
55-64 years
800 (13.9%)
65-74 years
767 (13.3%)
75-84 years
464 (8.0%)
85+ years
120 (2.1%)

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