New Lambton
NSW 2305 • Rest of NSW
About New Lambton
New Lambton sits leafy and established in Newcastle's inner suburbs, about 160 kilometres north of Sydney and 5 kilometres from Newcastle's centre. This family suburb of roughly 10,700 residents features a village shopping strip and tree-lined streets of character homes. It's one of Newcastle's most sought-after addresses.
Families are drawn by the combination of village atmosphere, good schools, and proximity to Newcastle's beaches. The main street offers quality cafes and independent shops that serve a discerning community. The demographic is professional - people who've chosen Newcastle for lifestyle and found New Lambton delivers the character they sought. Weekend mornings might involve village coffee before a trip to the beach.
New Lambton falls under postcode 2305 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Charlestown electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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New Lambton Heights Infants School ICSEA 1100176 LOOKOUT ROAD
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New Lambton Public School ICSEA 11084957 1511 Regent St
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New Lambton South Public School ICSEA 10954957 1168 St James Rd
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 by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View New Lambton Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "New Lambton" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
109 state housing + 43 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 233
- 2. New Zealand 94
- 3. India 75
- 4. Philippines 69
- 5. China 52
- 6. United States 40
- 7. North Macedonia 37
- 8. South Africa 37
- 9. Scotland 36
- 10. Germany 34
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)