Windale
NSW 2306 • Rest of NSW
About Windale
Windale is a small suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, located about 15 kilometres south of Newcastle's CBD in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. With a population of approximately 3,400 residents, it sits within the broader Greater Newcastle urban area and is neighboured by Glendale, Macquarie Hills, and Cardiff. The suburb covers just 1.8 square kilometres and is characterised by a mix of post-war housing and more recent development, with over two-thirds of residents renting their homes.
Windale offers a laid-back, community-oriented lifestyle with convenient access to the Glendale Town Centre, one of the Hunter's largest retail precincts. The suburb has good access to parks and open space, and its proximity to Lake Macquarie makes it attractive for those who enjoy outdoor recreation. The community is predominantly working-class and family-oriented, with affordable housing making it accessible to young families and first-home buyers. Nearby schools, sporting clubs, and local services support a well-connected neighbourhood feel.
Windale falls under postcode 2306 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Charlestown electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 220, 222 — Newcastle Interchange 40 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ Hunter Line via Glendale Station
Most errands require a car; local shops accessible on foot
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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2 Lake Street
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Windale Public School ICSEA 7934948 8864 Kilfera St
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 Windale by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Windale Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Windale" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
760 state housing + 65 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 41
- 2. New Zealand 23
- 3. Philippines 14
- 4. Germany 10
- 5. India 10
- 6. Thailand 7
- 7. Netherlands 5
- 8. Wales 5
- 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 4
- 10. Scotland 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)