Wakefield
NSW 2278 • New South Wales
About Wakefield
Wakefield is a small rural locality in the Lake Macquarie local government area, situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Newcastle city centre. With a population of 144 residents spread across 18 square kilometres, the locality has a low-density character typical of the rural fringe surrounding Lake Macquarie. Positioned near the townships of West Wallsend and Teralba, Wakefield lies within the state electorate of Lake Macquarie and offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within reach of the Hunter Valley.
Residents of Wakefield benefit from proximity to the broader Lake Macquarie region, one of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, which offers boating, fishing, and a network of parks and reserves. The locality is primarily residential and rural in character, with most households relying on private vehicles to access services and amenities in nearby Charlestown, Cardiff, and Glendale. Its peaceful setting and affordable land attract those seeking a slower pace of life within commuting distance of Newcastle.
Wakefield falls under postcode 2278 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Local CDC NSW bus routes — Charlestown / Newcastle 30-45 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ Car-dependent locality; Hunter Expressway and Pacific Motorway accessible nearby
Wakefield is a rural locality with no walkable village centre; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Barnsley Public School ICSEA 9504953 2976 Cliffbrook St
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Wakefield School ICSEA 8694953 4072 School Rd