Silverwater (Lake Macquarie - NSW)

NSW 1811 • New South Wales

274
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.90 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
LakesideQuietPeacefulFamily-Friendly

About Silverwater (Lake Macquarie - NSW)

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) is a small residential suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, located on a peninsula on the western shore of Lake Macquarie, east of the town of Morisset and approximately 91 kilometres north of Sydney. Despite sharing its name with the better-known industrial suburb of Silverwater in western Sydney, this locality is a quiet lakeside community covering less than one square kilometre. With a 2021 Census population of 274 residents spread across 104 dwellings, it is a compact, tightly-knit neighbourhood with a strong connection to the lake.

The suburb's defining feature is its lakeside position, offering residents direct access to Lake Macquarie's waterways for boating, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The area has a relaxed semi-rural feel, with the surrounding bushland and lake foreshore contributing to its peaceful character. Morisset, just a few kilometres to the west, provides shopping, schools, and medical services, while Morisset train station offers rail connections to Sydney and Newcastle. The suburb attracts residents who value a quiet waterside lifestyle within commuting distance of both Newcastle and Sydney.

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie - NSW) falls under postcode 1811 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Parramatta electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
1811
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82ยฐ, 151.05ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.90 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morisset Station
3.5 km
N/A (car or bike)

Bus Services

  • Limited local Lake Macquarie bus services โ€” Morisset town centre 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
91 km
By Train
Approx. 1 hour 20 min from Morisset Station to Sydney Central via T9 Line
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours via M1 Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hour 15 min via M1 Pacific Motorway

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Morisset Station (3.5 km) is the practical transport hub; Newcastle CBD approx. 40 km north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Compact lakeside suburb but isolated from shops and services; most errands require driving to Morisset

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

๐Ÿ” 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 Silverwater (Lake Macquarie - NSW) by offence type, year and trend.

๐Ÿ“Š View Silverwater (Lake Macquarie - NSW) Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โ†—

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๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
274
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Income Comparison

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) known for? +

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) is known for its peaceful lakeside setting on the western shore of Lake Macquarie. The suburb occupies a small peninsula, giving residents direct water access for boating, fishing, and kayaking on one of Australia's largest coastal lakes.

How far is Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) from Sydney? +

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) is approximately 91 kilometres north of Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic via the M1 Pacific Motorway.

Does Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) have public transport? +

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) is served by limited local bus routes to Morisset town centre. Morisset Station, approximately 3.5 kilometres away, provides T9 Central Coast & Newcastle Line train services to both Sydney and Newcastle.

What is the population of Silverwater (Lake Macquarie)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) has a population of approximately 274 residents across 104 dwellings, making it a small, compact community within the City of Lake Macquarie.

Is Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) a good place to live? +

Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) is well-suited to those seeking a quiet, waterside lifestyle with easy lake access and relatively good transport links to Sydney via Morisset Station. It appeals to families, retirees, and commuters who value space and natural surrounds.

What is the postcode for Silverwater (Lake Macquarie)? +

The postcode for Silverwater (Lake Macquarie) in New South Wales is 1811.