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All About Gateshead, Lake Macquarie, NSW, 2290

Gateshead, a suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, offers a unique and appealing housing market characterized by a blend of affordability and convenience. As of recent years, Gateshead has become increasingly popular among both young families and retirees looking for a more relaxed lifestyle within reach of urban amenities. The housing market here features a mix of traditional and contemporary homes, with many properties offering generous plots of land, which is particularly attractive for those interested in gardening or owning pets. While the prices have seen a moderate increase, especially given the overall property boom in Australia, Gateshead remains a sought-after location for first-time homebuyers due to its reasonably priced housing options compared to larger city centers like Sydney or Newcastle. The suburb's accessibility to nearby beaches and natural reserves also adds to its charm, enhancing both its appeal and value.

Living in Gateshead provides residents with a peaceful, suburban experience while still being conveniently close to essential services and entertainment options. While the suburb itself is relatively quiet, it benefits from its proximity to larger commercial areas such as Charlestown Square and Lake Macquarie Fair, which offer extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment choices. Gateshead is well-equipped with educational facilities, including local primary and secondary schools, making it an ideal choice for families. For outdoor enthusiasts, the suburb offers easy access to beautiful coastal beaches and the scenic Lake Macquarie, known for its boating, fishing, and water sports opportunities. With good public transport links and major roads nearby, commuting to the bustling city of Newcastle or Sydney is relatively straightforward, providing residents with the flexibility to enjoy both relaxed suburban living and vibrant urban experiences as desired.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $250.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1733.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 34.00
Average Income $560.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.48
Average Properties Within 50M 11
Typical 1 bed house$530,000
Typical 2 bed house$628,000
Typical 3 bed house$740,000
Typical 4 bed house$817,000
Typical 5 bed house$824,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$820,000

Housing Stock

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Gateshead Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Gateshead? Now could not be a better time, with 1883 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $852,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $88,000 to $10,862,000. Gateshead is located fairly close to the coast at just 1Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine Gateshead due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. The high percentage of professional people in Gateshead classifies the area as "gentrified". This implies high demand for quality housing, generally of larger than average size. Price growth is ensured even where the state affordability index is negatively impacting other areas. Medium density in Gateshead necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Local Schools

Wiripaang Public School

Lakeside School

Hunter Sports High School

St Paul's Primary School

St Mary's Catholic College

Charlestown South Public School

St Pius X Primary School

Charlestown Public School

Dudley Public School

Windale Public School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Gateshead there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

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Gateshead weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.018.930.148.193.64.624.5
Feb3.318.628.352.794.54.220.7
Mar5.117.426.854.2954.116.6
Apr4.413.724.551.695.83.614.4
May2.610.021.049.393.84.011.3
Jun4.88.718.254.494.24.39.5
Jul2.36.818.346.191.94.510.8
Aug1.86.819.838.591.64.513.7
Sept2.09.423.037.092.54.318.2
Oct2.412.224.841.593.04.421.3
Nov2.515.526.946.893.74.424
Dec2.517.328.247.893.34.624.8

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

08-01-2025 $665,000 43 Mahogany Cescent
18-12-2024 $865,000 25 Bean Street
17-12-2024 $1,738,000 70 Oxford Street
13-12-2024 $5,500,000 9 Oakdale Road
09-12-2024 $550,000 8 / 15 Pacific Hwy
02-12-2024 $752,000 56 Mahogany Cescent
25-11-2024 $680,000 30 Oxford Street
14-11-2024 $1,050,000 23 Cadaga Road
13-11-2024 $1,275,000 49 O Brien Street
08-11-2024 $745,000 14 Cadaga Road
31-10-2024 $712,000 25 Plane Street
18-10-2024 $745,000 63 Cadaga Road
18-10-2024 $780,000 26 Plane Street
16-10-2024 $785,000 46 Pacific Hwy
27-09-2024 $745,000 29 Oxford Street
27-09-2024 $317,500 40 Bean Street
13-09-2024 $550,000 15 / 15 Pacific Hwy
09-09-2024 $695,000 1 Plane Street
23-08-2024 $821,000 30 Jamieson Street
19-08-2024 $930,000 24 Goundry Street
15-08-2024 $723,000 1 Alder Cescent
15-08-2024 $800,000 21 Mallee Street
14-08-2024 $565,000 1 / 15 Pacific Hwy
14-08-2024 $800,000 10 / 26 Oakdale Road
14-08-2024 $290,000 4 Cadaga Road
13-08-2024 $950,000 8 Mallee Street
02-08-2024 $720,000 43 Carbeen Street
30-07-2024 $655,000 5 / 9 Arnhem Close
29-07-2024 $645,500 13 Cadaga Road
15-07-2024 $700,000 6 Schroder Avenue
12-07-2024 $800,000 32 Oxford Street
10-07-2024 $550,000 10 / 15 Pacific Hwy
10-07-2024 $270,000 3 / 43 Oakdale Road
28-06-2024 $735,000 56 Cadaga Road
25-06-2024 $339,803 8 Casey Street
24-06-2024 $650,000 5 Flame Street
21-06-2024 $446,500 6 Heshbon Street
04-06-2024 $525,000 8 / 5 Metro Ct
30-05-2024 $510,000 68 Coral Cescent
24-05-2024 $705,000 21 Willow Road
23-05-2024 $682,500 28 Bean Street
17-05-2024 $700,000 3 Heshbon Street
16-05-2024 $1,000,000 9 / 26 Oakdale Road
08-05-2024 $675,000 9 Poplar Place
26-04-2024 $750,000 34 Jamieson Street
24-04-2024 $674,000 94 Cadaga Road
23-04-2024 $725,000 47 Church Street
22-04-2024 $705,000 66 Bean Street
11-04-2024 $1,260,000 52 Oakdale Road
02-04-2024 $740,000 39 Alder Cescent

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