CARDIFF

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $880,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $605,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,668
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 6,318
Density 1,224.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

CARDIFF Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $880,000
House Sales Volume 131 sales
Unit Median $605,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $550/wk
3 Bed House $680/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

CARDIFF Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,668 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.61x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

CARDIFF 10,668/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

CARDIFF 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.

CARDIFF Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,318
Total Population
1,224
people/km² density
0.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,738 people
43.3%
2
England
2,588 people
41.0%
3
Scotland
721 people
11.4%
4
Ireland
660 people
10.5%
5
Australia
352 people
5.6%

Transport

160.6 km
to Sydney CBD
116 min
drive to CBD
168 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Cardiff High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About CARDIFF

Cardiff is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 6,318 with a density of 1224 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $880,000, below Sydney average; unit median $605,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Cardiff High School has 4 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10668 per 100,000, 1.61x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 43.34%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (40.96%) and Scottish (11.41%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Cardiff has a house median of $880,000 and unit median of $605,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Cardiff has a crime rate of 10668 per 100,000, which is 1.61x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: Cardiff High School, 2024 HSC results: 4 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Cardiff has a population of 6,318, with Chinese comprising 0.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (43.34%), English (40.96%), Scottish (11.41%), Irish (10.45%), Aust_Abor (5.57%).

Cardiff is approximately 160.6km from Sydney CBD, about 116 minutes by car or 168 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.