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Fassifern

NSW 2283 • New South Wales

586
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
ResidentialCommuter BeltLakesideAffordable

About Fassifern

Fassifern is a residential suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, located in the Greater Newcastle region of New South Wales, approximately 4 kilometres north-north-west of Toronto and around 35 kilometres south of Newcastle's CBD. With a population of 586 residents, it is a compact locality spanning just over 5 square kilometres, situated west of the shores of Lake Macquarie. Median household incomes are modest, consistent with many established working-class suburbs in the Lake Macquarie area.

Fassifern is served by a railway station on the T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line, providing residents with direct rail access to Newcastle and Sydney, making it a practical choice for commuters. The suburb has a quiet, residential character with a mix of established homes and some state housing. Nearby Toronto offers the closest town centre with shopping, cafes, and community services, while the Lake Macquarie foreshore and recreational areas are within easy reach.

Fassifern falls under postcode 2283 and is governed by the Lake Macquarie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hunter, while state elections fall under the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2283
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.02°, 151.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.33 km²
Population Density
110 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Fassifern for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$700K
7 sales · ▼ 7.9% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Fassifern Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Local Lake Macquarie services — Toronto / Glendale 10–20 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
Approx. 30–35 min to Newcastle on T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ Has its own train station; Sydney reachable by train in approx. 2 hours

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fassifern has a train station but limited local shops; most errands require a car or a short drive to Toronto

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area, which contains Fassifern. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
Motor vehicle theft
229.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
376.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.1%
View all 62 offence types for Lake Macquarie →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
586
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fassifern known for? +

Fassifern is known for its railway station on the Sydney-Newcastle line (T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line), making it a practical commuter suburb within the City of Lake Macquarie. It has a quiet residential character west of Lake Macquarie.

How far is Fassifern from Newcastle? +

Fassifern is approximately 35 kilometres south of Newcastle's CBD, typically a 30–35 minute train ride or 35–50 minute drive in peak hour traffic.

Does Fassifern have public transport? +

Yes — Fassifern has its own train station on the T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line, providing regular services to Newcastle and Sydney. Local bus services also connect to nearby Toronto and Glendale.

What is the population of Fassifern? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fassifern has a population of 586 residents, making it a small but established suburban locality within the Greater Newcastle area.

Is Fassifern a good place to live? +

Fassifern offers affordable, quiet suburban living with the convenience of a train station, making it suitable for commuters working in Newcastle or along the Central Coast. The Lake Macquarie area provides access to recreational waterways, parks, and community facilities.

What is the postcode for Fassifern? +

The postcode for Fassifern is 2283, shared with neighbouring suburbs in the western Lake Macquarie area of New South Wales.

What is the median house price in Fassifern? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $700,000, down 7.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Fassifern a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fassifern is part of the Lake Macquarie LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.