Fishing Point
NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW
About Fishing Point
Fishing Point is a lakeside suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, positioned on a peninsula on the western shore of Lake Macquarie south of Rathmines. The 2021 Census records a population of 1,105, with a predominantly low-density residential profile. Its setting on the water gives the suburb a quiet, village-like character with strong lifestyle appeal. Housing is mostly detached and family-oriented, with many homes benefitting from proximity to lake views and foreshore access.
Lifestyle in Fishing Point centres on boating, fishing, waterside recreation and easy access to nearby Toronto and Morisset for major services. The suburb has limited local retail, so residents typically rely on neighbouring centres for supermarkets, schools and health facilities. Public transport is primarily bus-based with rail connections available via Morisset station. Fishing Point appeals to families, retirees and remote workers seeking a peaceful lakefront setting within reach of Newcastle jobs.
Fishing Point falls under postcode 2283 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Lake Macquarie local buses — Toronto and surrounding suburbs 15-35 min
- Regional connectors — Morisset station 25-45 min
- School and district routes — Rathmines / Bonnells Bay precincts 15-30 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ Most commuters drive locally or connect to rail at Morisset/Fassifern for Sydney-Newcastle corridor travel.
The suburb is pleasant for local walking, but limited shops and services mean most daily errands require a car or bus.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Arcadia Vale Public School ICSEA 9714975 1181 Glade St
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Awaba Public School ICSEA 9404959 2502 Mulbring Street
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Blackalls Park Public School ICSEA 9664959 1213 41-43 Charles St
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Coal Point Public School ICSEA 10654959 1374 Coal Point Rd
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43 Fassifern Road
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Fassifern Public School ICSEA 9474959 2708 9 Miller Road
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Fennell Bay Public School ICSEA 8894959 2264 Bay Rd
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Lot 28 Main Road
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Rathmines Public School ICSEA 9964975 1229 20 Secret Corner Rd
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Biraban Public School ICSEA 8714959 1902 Beckley St
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2-4 Parkside Street
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Toronto High School ICSEA 961Field Ave
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Toronto Public School ICSEA 9104959 1571 Renwick St
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 Fishing Point by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Fishing Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Fishing Point" under Suburb
Housing 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. England 44
- 2. New Zealand 17
- 3. South Africa 8
- 4. United States 8
- 5. Cambodia 6
- 6. France 6
- 7. Canada 5
- 8. Hong Kong 5
- 9. Scotland 4
- 10. Wales 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)