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Coal Point

NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW

1,749
Population (2021)
$46,852
Median Income
1.37 km²
Area
17m
Elevation
WaterfrontLake MacquariePrestigiousBoatingHistoric

About Coal Point

Coal Point is a prestigious waterfront suburb on a peninsula jutting into Lake Macquarie, about 4 kilometres southeast of Toronto. With a population of around 1,750, it occupies just 1.3 square kilometres, with nearly 50% of properties enjoying absolute waterfront positions. The suburb has a rich history dating to 1841 when Reverend Lancelot Threlkeld operated the first coal mine here.

Life in Coal Point revolves around the lake. Many properties face northeast, catching summer breezes and winter morning sun. The suburb attracts established families and retirees seeking the lakeside lifestyle, with boating, fishing, and kayaking on the doorstep. The Coal Point Progress Association has maintained community spirit since 1946, and nearby Toronto provides all shopping and dining needs.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2283
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
LGA
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.04°, 151.61°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.37 km²
Elevation
17m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Booragul
5.5 km
Drive required
Fassifern
5 km
Drive required
Toronto (old)
4 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • 269, 270 — Toronto to Charlestown 15-20 min
  • 271, 273 — Toronto loop services 10-15 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
55-65 min from Booragul/Fassifern
By Bus
90+ min with transfers via Charlestown
By Car (Peak)
50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ Sydney CBD 2.5-3 hours by car; most residents commute to Newcastle or Toronto

Walkability Car-Dependent

Peninsula suburb with no shops; short drive to Toronto for all amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,723
Census 2021
1,749
▲ 1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,884
Income 2021
$46,852
▲ 17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,475
Born Overseas 241

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 74
  • 2. New Zealand 20
  • 3. South Africa 11
  • 4. Scotland 10
  • 5. United States 10
  • 6. India 9
  • 7. Philippines 9
  • 8. Ireland 8
  • 9. Netherlands 8
  • 10. Thailand 8
  • 11. China 7
  • 12. Wales 7
  • 13. Indonesia 6
  • 14. Italy 6
  • 15. Canada 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 839
Australian 677
Scottish 278
Irish 266
German 82
Italian 43
Australian Aboriginal 42
Dutch 31
Chinese 30
Welsh 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,207
Both parents born in Australia
289
Both parents born overseas
214
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.3%
No Religion
43.0%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
65 (3.7%)
5-14 years
189 (10.8%)
15-19 years
80 (4.6%)
20-24 years
75 (4.3%)
25-34 years
122 (7.0%)
35-44 years
175 (10.0%)
45-54 years
236 (13.5%)
55-64 years
309 (17.7%)
65-74 years
286 (16.4%)
75-84 years
158 (9.0%)
85+ years
47 (2.7%)

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