Fishing Point

NSW 2283 • Rest of NSW

1,105
Population (2021)
$40,924
Median Income
0.67 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Fishing Point

Fishing Point is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 1,105 and a median income of $40,924, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.67 km² at an elevation of 25m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Fishing Point provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

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

Postcode
2283
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.05°, 151.59°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.67 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,039
Census 2021
1,105
6.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,512
Income 2021
$40,924
29.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 915
Born Overseas 136

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
  • 11. China 3
  • 12. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 537
Australian 429
Irish 142
Scottish 127
German 45
Australian Aboriginal 38
Dutch 25
Chinese 21
Italian 16
Welsh 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

765
Both parents born in Australia
182
Both parents born overseas
108
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.2%
No Religion
40.8%
Buddhism
1.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
40 (3.6%)
5-14 years
111 (10.0%)
15-19 years
58 (5.2%)
20-24 years
51 (4.6%)
25-34 years
83 (7.5%)
35-44 years
116 (10.5%)
45-54 years
132 (11.9%)
55-64 years
160 (14.5%)
65-74 years
239 (21.6%)
75-84 years
93 (8.4%)
85+ years
29 (2.6%)

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