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 9864954 9966 Boronia St
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Cardiff North Public School ICSEA 10144954 0404 Wansbeck Valley Rd
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Cardiff Public School ICSEA 10004954 0475 Macquarie Rd
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Glendale East Public School ICSEA 9564954 9551 8 Margot Ave
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Cardiff South Public School ICSEA 10174954 7296 9 Lake Avenue
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Edgeworth Heights Public School ICSEA 9694958 1180 Ridley St
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Edgeworth Public School ICSEA 9674958 1831 Minmi Rd
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Glendale High School ICSEA 9562A Oaklands St
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326 Lake Rd
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 Cameron Park by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Cameron Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Cameron Park" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
19 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
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
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)