BERESFIELD

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $819,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 11,938
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,267
Density 519.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

BERESFIELD Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $819,000
House Sales Volume 114 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $480/wk
3 Bed House $630/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

BERESFIELD Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 11,938 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.80x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

BERESFIELD 11,938/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

BERESFIELD 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.

BERESFIELD Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,267
Total Population
519
people/km² density
2.9%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,438 people
44.0%
2
Australia
1,410 people
43.2%
3
Scotland
331 people
10.1%
4
Ireland
312 people
9.6%
5
Australia
275 people
8.4%

Transport

165.3 km
to Sydney CBD
115 min
drive to CBD
196 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About BERESFIELD

Beresfield is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,267 with a density of 519 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $819,000, below Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 11938 per 100,000, 1.80x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: English comprises 44.02%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (43.16%) and Scottish (10.13%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Beresfield has a house median of $819,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Beresfield has a crime rate of 11938 per 100,000, which is 1.80x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Beresfield has a population of 3,267, with Chinese comprising 2.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (44.02%), Aust (43.16%), Scottish (10.13%), Irish (9.55%), Aust_Abor (8.42%).

Beresfield is approximately 165.3km from Sydney CBD, about 115 minutes by car or 196 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.