CESSNOCK
CESSNOCK Property Overview
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About CESSNOCK
Cessnock is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 16,300 with a density of 454 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $658,000, below Sydney average; unit median $540,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Mount View High School has 7 Distinguished Achievers.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 13209 per 100,000, 1.99x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.
Demographics: Australian comprises 39.96%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (38.35%) and Scottish (11.29%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Cessnock has a house median of $658,000 and unit median of $540,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Cessnock has a crime rate of 13209 per 100,000, which is 1.99x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.
Government schools: Mount View High School, 2024 HSC results: 7 Distinguished Achievers.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Cessnock has a population of 16,300, with Chinese comprising 0.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (39.96%), English (38.35%), Scottish (11.29%), Aust_Abor (8.95%), Irish (8.06%).
Cessnock is approximately 162.3km from Sydney CBD, about 117 minutes by car or 284 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.