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Brightwaters

NSW 2264 • New South Wales

875
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
LakesideQuietAffordableRetiree-HavenRural

About Brightwaters

Brightwaters is a small lakeside locality in the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, situated on a narrow peninsula on the western shore of Lake Macquarie, approximately 6 kilometres east of Morisset and around 90 kilometres north of Sydney. The suburb recorded a population of 875 at the 2021 Census, making it a compact and tightly-knit residential community. Housing is predominantly detached dwellings on modest blocks, reflecting the quiet, waterfront character of this low-key Lake Macquarie suburb.

Brightwaters offers a relaxed lakeside lifestyle, with residents enjoying direct access to Lake Macquarie's foreshore for fishing, boating, and water recreation. The suburb is car-dependent for shopping and services, with Morisset providing the nearest supermarkets, medical facilities, and the Morisset train station on the Central Coast Line for connections to Newcastle and Sydney. The area appeals strongly to retirees and families seeking affordable lakeside living away from the bustle of larger urban centres.

Brightwaters falls under postcode 2264 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2264
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.11°, 151.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.69 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morisset
6.5 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Local services via Lake Macquarie Bus — Morisset, Swansea (limited) Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Morisset (~10 min), then approx. 75 min to Sydney Central via T9 Central Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
75-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-80 min

🛣️ Practical access via M1 Pacific Motorway. Newcastle CBD is approx. 35 km and 35-45 min by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; the suburb has no local shops or services within walking distance

🛒 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 Brightwaters by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Brightwaters Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
875
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brightwaters known for? +

Brightwaters is known for its peaceful lakeside setting on the western shore of Lake Macquarie, offering easy access to boating, fishing, and water recreation on one of Australia's largest coastal saltwater lakes.

How far is Brightwaters from Sydney? +

Brightwaters is approximately 90 kilometres north of Sydney, making it around a 75-100 minute drive via the M1 Pacific Motorway depending on traffic.

Does Brightwaters have public transport? +

Brightwaters has limited bus services connecting to Morisset, where residents can access the T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line train service. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Brightwaters? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brightwaters has a population of 875 residents, making it a small and tightly-knit community on the shores of Lake Macquarie.

Is Brightwaters a good place to live? +

Brightwaters suits those seeking a quiet, affordable lakeside lifestyle with access to Lake Macquarie's outstanding water recreation. It is best suited to retirees, owner-occupiers, and those who work remotely or are happy to commute to Morisset or Newcastle.

What is the postcode for Brightwaters? +

The postcode for Brightwaters is 2264.