ADAMSTOWN

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $1,043,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $750,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,103
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 6,335
Density 2,076.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

ADAMSTOWN Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,043,000
House Sales Volume 70 sales
Unit Median $750,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $570/wk
3 Bed House $750/wk
2 Bed Unit $565/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

ADAMSTOWN Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,103 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.52x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

ADAMSTOWN 10,103/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

ADAMSTOWN has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

ADAMSTOWN Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,335
Total Population
2,076
people/km² density
1.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
2,642 people
41.7%
2
Australia
2,557 people
40.4%
3
Ireland
892 people
14.1%
4
Scotland
737 people
11.6%
5
Germany
263 people
4.2%

Transport

166.2 km
to Sydney CBD
123 min
drive to CBD
177 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Kotara High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About ADAMSTOWN

Adamstown is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 6,335 with a density of 2076 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,043,000, below Sydney average; unit median $750,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Kotara High School has 24 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10103 per 100,000, 1.52x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: English comprises 41.71%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (40.36%) and Irish (14.08%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Adamstown has a house median of $1,043,000 and unit median of $750,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Adamstown has a crime rate of 10103 per 100,000, which is 1.52x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: Kotara High School, 2024 HSC results: 24 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Adamstown has a population of 6,335, with Chinese comprising 1.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (41.71%), Aust (40.36%), Irish (14.08%), Scottish (11.63%), German (4.15%).

Adamstown is approximately 166.2km from Sydney CBD, about 123 minutes by car or 177 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.