Lake Cathie
NSW 2445 • Rest of NSW
About Lake Cathie
Lake Cathie is a growing coastal town in the Port Macquarie-Hastings area of the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 15 minutes south of Port Macquarie. With a population of 4,296 at the 2021 census and a median age of 52, it covers 19.2 square kilometres. The town sits between a scenic coastal lake (Lake Cathie/Lake Innes) and the Pacific Ocean, on traditional Birpai country, and has experienced significant residential growth in recent decades.
Lake Cathie offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle centred around its beautiful lake, lagoon, and patrolled surf beach. The town has a Woolworths supermarket, tavern, bowling club, bakery, pharmacy, and various local shops. It is famous for the "World's Largest Bowl" sculpture and is a popular holiday destination and retirement haven. The town attracts retirees and sea-changers drawn to the affordable coastal living, mild climate, and natural beauty of the Mid-North Coast.
Lake Cathie falls under postcode 2445 and is governed by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Busways 334 — Port Macquarie 20 min
Commute to Port Macquarie
🛣️ Port Macquarie is the main service centre. Sydney is about 4.5 hours by car or train from Wauchope.
Local shops and beach within walking distance of town centre. Outer areas require a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsLot 2 Ocean Drive Lake Cathie 2445 NSW
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
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 Lake Cathie by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lake Cathie Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lake Cathie" 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 188
- 2. New Zealand 58
- 3. Scotland 25
- 4. Germany 19
- 5. United States 17
- 6. Netherlands 15
- 7. Philippines 14
- 8. Malta 12
- 9. Canada 10
- 10. Thailand 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)