North Lambton
NSW 2299 • Rest of NSW
About North Lambton
North Lambton is a quiet residential suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located approximately 9 kilometres west of the Newcastle CBD and forming the northern boundary of the broader Lambton area. The suburb has roots in the 19th century, with land subdivisions dating to the 1860s linked to the coal mining history of the Hunter Valley. Today North Lambton is home to around 3,000 residents and offers a mix of established period homes and more modern infill development within the City of Newcastle local government area.
North Lambton is a predominantly family-oriented suburb with a peaceful residential character and easy access to Lambton's established village centre, which features cafes, shops, and the popular Lambton Park. Newcastle University and John Hunter Hospital are within easy reach, making the suburb popular with students, medical professionals, and young families. Median house prices have risen significantly in recent years, reflecting the suburb's desirability within Newcastle's inner-west corridor.
North Lambton falls under postcode 2299 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wallsend electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 220,222 — Newcastle CBD / Lambton Approx 20–25 min to Newcastle CBD
- 235 — John Hunter Hospital / New Lambton Approx 10 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ North Lambton has good bus connectivity to Newcastle CBD and surrounding suburbs. The nearest train station is Waratah, accessible via a short drive or cycle.
A suburban area with footpaths throughout. Lambton's shops and park are walkable, but most residents use cars or buses for commuting and larger shopping trips.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Janet St
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Heaton Public School ICSEA 9554952 6022 Janet St
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Jesmond Public School ICSEA 9234957 2605 Cnr Michael St and Ralph St
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Lambton High School ICSEA 105702 4952 3977 15 Young Road
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Lambton Public School ICSEA 10654957 1667 18-30 Croudace St
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22 Belford Road
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 North Lambton by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View North Lambton Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Lambton" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
19 state housing + 12 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. China 63
- 2. England 61
- 3. India 44
- 4. Pakistan 33
- 5. Vietnam 24
- 6. New Zealand 23
- 7. Malaysia 22
- 8. Philippines 19
- 9. Italy 18
- 10. Hong Kong 15
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)