Mount Hutton

NSW 2290 • Rest of NSW

3,712
Population (2021)
$36,920
Median Income
3.12 km²
Area
$395/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableLake MacquarieEstablishedShopping Hub

About Mount Hutton

Mount Hutton is a residential suburb in the Lake Macquarie local government area, situated approximately 15 kilometres south of the Newcastle CBD in New South Wales. With a population of around 3,700, it has a median age of 43 and a predominantly Australian-born community with English and Scottish heritage. The suburb is characterised by established family homes on generous blocks, with a high owner-occupancy rate of 74%.

Mount Hutton serves as a convenient hub for surrounding Lake Macquarie suburbs, anchored by Lake Macquarie Fair shopping centre which houses Coles and various specialty stores. The suburb is popular with families and retirees seeking affordable housing within reach of Newcastle's amenities and beaches. Nearby Lake Macquarie offers water recreation including sailing, kayaking, and fishing. Local schools and parks make it a practical choice for families looking for a relaxed lifestyle without the city price tag.

Mount Hutton falls under postcode 2290 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Charlestown electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2290
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.98°, 151.67°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.12 km²
Elevation
44m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Charlestown Bus Interchange
3 km
35 mins

Bus Services

  • 27 — Newcastle Interchange via Charlestown 45-55 mins
  • 268, 269 — Lake Macquarie Fair to Belmont/Swansea 15-25 mins

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
15 km
By Bus
45-55 mins via Charlestown
By Car (Peak)
25-35 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-22 mins

🛣️ No direct train access; bus services connect via Charlestown interchange

Walkability Car-Dependent

Lake Macquarie Fair provides local shopping but most errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Lake Macquarie Fair Wilsons Roads Mount Hutton 2290 NSW

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Mount Hutton by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Mount Hutton Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mount Hutton" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$395
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,798
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.2%

60 state housing + 30 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,529
Census 2021
3,712
5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,496
Income 2021
$36,920
29.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,153
Born Overseas 419

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 82
  • 2. New Zealand 47
  • 3. Scotland 22
  • 4. Philippines 18
  • 5. China 17
  • 6. Germany 16
  • 7. India 15
  • 8. United States 13
  • 9. Canada 11
  • 10. Wales 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,620
English 1,584
Scottish 441
Irish 348
Australian Aboriginal 213
German 138
Italian 76
Dutch 55
Welsh 55
Chinese 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,609
Both parents born in Australia
578
Both parents born overseas
401
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.3%
No Religion
41.4%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
190 (5.1%)
5-14 years
421 (11.3%)
15-19 years
181 (4.9%)
20-24 years
203 (5.5%)
25-34 years
535 (14.4%)
35-44 years
386 (10.4%)
45-54 years
424 (11.4%)
55-64 years
472 (12.7%)
65-74 years
333 (9.0%)
75-84 years
308 (8.3%)
85+ years
255 (6.9%)

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