Bolton Point

NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW

2,124
Population (2021)
$32,396
Median Income
1.68 km²
Area
$267/wk
Median Rent
LakesideFamily-FriendlyAffordableQuietRetirement

About Bolton Point

Bolton Point is a quiet lakeside suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, located approximately 24 kilometres west-southwest of Newcastle. With a population of around 2,100, this small residential community sits on a peninsula extending southwards into the western shore of Lake Macquarie. The median age of 43 reflects an older demographic, with predominantly Australian-born residents of English, Australian, and Scottish heritage. The suburb has a working-to-middle class character with a median household income of around $1,217 per week.

Bolton Point offers a relaxed lakeside lifestyle, with direct foreshore access to Lake Macquarie ideal for fishing, kayaking, and walking. The suburb is primarily residential with quiet streets and a family-friendly atmosphere. Nearby Toronto (4 km) serves as the main commercial centre with shops, cafes, schools, and medical services. The area attracts families and retirees drawn to the affordable housing, peaceful surroundings, and proximity to both the lake and the Hunter Valley.

Bolton Point falls under postcode 2283 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2283
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.00°, 151.61°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.68 km²
Elevation
30m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Fassifern
3.5 km
42 mins
Toronto (bus interchange)
4 km
48 mins

Bus Services

  • 274 — Toronto via Woodrising 10 mins
  • 270 — Newcastle Interchange via Toronto 55 mins

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
24 km
By Train
45-55 mins (from Fassifern)
By Bus
55-65 mins
By Car (Peak)
35-45 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 mins

🛣️ Most residents drive to Fassifern station or Toronto for onward travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential area with limited local shops; Toronto provides nearest commercial services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bolton Point by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bolton Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bolton Point" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$267
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
24.6%

181 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,119
Census 2021
2,124
0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,104
Income 2021
$32,396
24.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,806
Born Overseas 194

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. New Zealand 29
  • 3. South Africa 13
  • 4. Germany 11
  • 5. India 10
  • 6. Netherlands 10
  • 7. Cambodia 6
  • 8. Lebanon 6
  • 9. Philippines 6
  • 10. South Korea 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 896
English 873
Australian Aboriginal 240
Scottish 210
Irish 208
German 82
Italian 41
Dutch 33
Polish 25
Welsh 22

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,502
Both parents born in Australia
268
Both parents born overseas
213
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.0%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
120 (5.6%)
5-14 years
264 (12.4%)
15-19 years
137 (6.5%)
20-24 years
121 (5.7%)
25-34 years
240 (11.3%)
35-44 years
220 (10.4%)
45-54 years
250 (11.8%)
55-64 years
280 (13.2%)
65-74 years
206 (9.7%)
75-84 years
218 (10.3%)
85+ years
69 (3.2%)

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