New Lambton Heights

NSW 2305 • Rest of NSW

2,610
Population (2021)
$56,524
Median Income
2.90 km²
Area
$483/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyElevatedEstablishedMedical Hub

About New Lambton Heights

New Lambton Heights is an elevated residential suburb located 9 kilometres west of the Newcastle CBD in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. With a population of 2,610 (2021 Census) across 2.9 km², it is a quiet, leafy neighbourhood known for its panoramic views and generous block sizes. The suburb sits at approximately 105 metres elevation and straddles the boundary between the City of Newcastle and City of Lake Macquarie. It has a higher-than-average median income, reflecting its appeal to established families and professionals.

The suburb is primarily residential with tree-lined streets and well-maintained homes. Residents benefit from proximity to John Hunter Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in NSW, and Blackbutt Reserve, a popular nature park with walking trails and wildlife enclosures. Local schools and sporting facilities are nearby, and Charlestown Square shopping centre is a short drive away. New Lambton Heights offers a peaceful retreat from the busier neighbouring suburbs while remaining well-connected to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.

New Lambton Heights falls under postcode 2305 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wallsend electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2305
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.93°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.90 km²
Elevation
95m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Adamstown
3.5 km
N/A (drive 7 min)
Kotara
3.8 km
N/A (drive 8 min)
Broadmeadow
4 km
N/A (drive 8 min)

Bus Services

  • 22 — Newcastle Interchange via Lambton 25-30 min
  • 26 — Charlestown Square 10-15 min
  • 42 — Wallsend via Rankin Park 15 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
N/A (bus to station + 15 min train)
By Bus
25-30 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Bus is the main public transport option; no train station within walking distance

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly terrain and limited footpaths make walking challenging; most residents drive for errands and commuting

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 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 New Lambton Heights by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View New Lambton Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "New Lambton Heights" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$483
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,330
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

0 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,454
Census 2021
2,610
6.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,488
Income 2021
$56,524
21.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,186
Born Overseas 377

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 86
  • 2. New Zealand 39
  • 3. China 33
  • 4. India 26
  • 5. South Africa 13
  • 6. North Macedonia 12
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Ireland 10
  • 9. Italy 10
  • 10. Malaysia 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,126
Australian 1,002
Irish 427
Scottish 371
German 110
Italian 74
Chinese 70
Australian Aboriginal 56
Indian 49
Dutch 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,771
Both parents born in Australia
446
Both parents born overseas
333
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.0%
No Religion
46.1%
Hinduism
1.4%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
132 (5.1%)
5-14 years
434 (16.6%)
15-19 years
191 (7.3%)
20-24 years
129 (4.9%)
25-34 years
206 (7.9%)
35-44 years
360 (13.8%)
45-54 years
391 (15.0%)
55-64 years
336 (12.9%)
65-74 years
271 (10.4%)
75-84 years
119 (4.6%)
85+ years
39 (1.5%)

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