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Stockton

NSW 2295 • Rest of NSW

4,046
Population (2021)
$39,156
Median Income
3.60 km²
Area
1m
Elevation

About Stockton

Stockton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Newcastle (City) area. With a population of 4,046 and a median income of $39,156, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.60 km² at an elevation of 1m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Stockton provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Stockton falls under postcode 2295 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2295
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.90°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.60 km²
Elevation
1m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,160
Census 2021
4,046
▼ 2.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,384
Income 2021
$39,156
▲ 17.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,479
Born Overseas 363

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 87
  • 2. New Zealand 51
  • 3. United States 22
  • 4. Germany 20
  • 5. Thailand 17
  • 6. Philippines 13
  • 7. Canada 11
  • 8. South Africa 11
  • 9. Scotland 10
  • 10. Ireland 8
  • 11. Netherlands 8
  • 12. India 7
  • 13. Japan 6
  • 14. Vietnam 6
  • 15. Hong Kong 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,829
Australian 1,590
Irish 527
Scottish 519
Australian Aboriginal 184
German 173
Italian 70
Welsh 52
Dutch 37
Polish 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,874
Both parents born in Australia
423
Both parents born overseas
463
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
42.4%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
165 (4.1%)
5-14 years
451 (11.1%)
15-19 years
231 (5.7%)
20-24 years
187 (4.6%)
25-34 years
398 (9.8%)
35-44 years
456 (11.3%)
45-54 years
547 (13.5%)
55-64 years
654 (16.2%)
65-74 years
563 (13.9%)
75-84 years
265 (6.5%)
85+ years
137 (3.4%)

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