Cameron Park
NSW 2285 • Rest of NSW
About Cameron Park
Cameron Park is a master-planned residential suburb in the Lake Macquarie local government area, approximately 20 kilometres west of Newcastle CBD. With a population approaching 10,000, it's one of the region's fastest-growing suburbs. The community is characterised by young families in modern housing estates, with an exceptionally high home ownership rate of around 78%.
Life in Cameron Park centres on family living with excellent schools including Cameron Park Public School, and extensive parks and recreational facilities throughout the estate. The suburb offers convenient shopping within the estate and quick access to Glendale Shopping Centre just 10 minutes away. Residents enjoy proximity to both Newcastle (20 minutes) and the Hunter Valley vineyards (30 minutes), making it ideal for professionals and families seeking affordable housing with space.
Cameron Park falls under postcode 2285 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 262, 6163, 6165 — Newcastle CBD 70-80 min
- 6150, 6151 — Charlestown/Glendale 15-20 min
Commute to Newcastle
🛣️ No train station in suburb; nearest stations at Cardiff or Fassifern require driving
Most errands require a car; local shops within estate but limited public transport
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCameron Park Plaza, Corner Portland Drive & Northridge Drive, Cameron Park 2285 NSW
Schools
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Cardiff High School ICSEA 986Boronia St
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Cardiff North Public School ICSEA 1014Wansbeck Valley Rd
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Cardiff Public School ICSEA 1000Macquarie Rd
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Cardiff South Public School ICSEA 1017Lake Ave
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Edgeworth Heights Public School ICSEA 969Ridley St
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Edgeworth Public School ICSEA 967Minmi Rd
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Glendale East Public School ICSEA 956Clarence St
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Glendale High School ICSEA 9562A Oaklands St
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326 Lake Road
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 274
- 2. England 133
- 3. South Africa 97
- 4. China 85
- 5. New Zealand 80
- 6. Philippines 73
- 7. Pakistan 64
- 8. Nepal 56
- 9. Sri Lanka 44
- 10. Malaysia 36
- 11. Bangladesh 32
- 12. South Korea 32
- 13. Vietnam 29
- 14. Scotland 28
- 15. Zimbabwe 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)