CAVES BEACH

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $1,202,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,461
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.0%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 4,016
Density 1,651.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

CAVES BEACH Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,202,000
House Sales Volume 47 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $700/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

CAVES BEACH Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 3,461 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.52x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

CAVES BEACH 3,461/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

CAVES BEACH has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

CAVES BEACH Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

4,016
Total Population
1,651
people/km² density
1.0%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
1,774 people
44.2%
2
England
1,725 people
43.0%
3
Ireland
496 people
12.4%
4
Scotland
495 people
12.3%
5
Germany
176 people
4.4%

Transport

139.4 km
to Sydney CBD
104 min
drive to CBD
233 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Swansea High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About CAVES BEACH

Caves Beach is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,016 with a density of 1651 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,202,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Swansea High School has 6 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3461 per 100,000, 0.52x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 44.17%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (42.95%) and Irish (12.35%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Caves Beach has a house median of $1,202,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Caves Beach has a crime rate of 3461 per 100,000, which is 0.52x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Swansea High School, 2024 HSC results: 6 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Caves Beach has a population of 4,016, with Chinese comprising 1.00%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (44.17%), English (42.95%), Irish (12.35%), Scottish (12.33%), German (4.38%).

Caves Beach is approximately 139.4km from Sydney CBD, about 104 minutes by car or 233 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.