Holmesville
NSW 2286 • Rest of NSW
About Holmesville
Holmesville is a quiet residential suburb located 21 kilometres west of Newcastle CBD within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area. Established in 1895, the suburb covers approximately 1.9 square kilometres and recorded a population of 1,413 at the 2021 census. Surrounded by bushland and positioned close to the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway, Holmesville offers a peaceful semi-rural setting within the Greater Newcastle region.
The suburb appeals primarily to families and owner-occupiers drawn to its affordable housing, quiet streets and proximity to the freeway for easy commuting to both Newcastle and the Central Coast. Nearby West Wallsend and Cameron Park provide additional retail and schooling options, while the broader Lake Macquarie area offers extensive waterfront recreation. Holmesville has a genuine community feel, with its low-density housing and bushland surrounds attracting those seeking a break from busier urban centres.
Holmesville falls under postcode 2286 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Hunter Valley Bus route 156 — Charlestown / Glendale ~30 min
- Route 210 — Newcastle Interchange ~45 min
Commute to Newcastle
🛣️ Most residents drive. Sydney-Newcastle Freeway provides direct freeway access. Nearest train stations require a short drive.
Mostly car-dependent. Limited local amenities within walking distance, but residential streets are pedestrian friendly.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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West Wallsend High School ICSEA 9404953 2111 20 Appletree Road
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West Wallsend Public School ICSEA 9504953 2930 Brown 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 Holmesville by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Holmesville Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Holmesville" 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 25
- 2. Germany 11
- 3. Philippines 5
- 4. Sri Lanka 5
- 5. New Zealand 4
- 6. China 3
- 7. Scotland 3
- 8. Thailand 3
- 9. United States 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)