FLETCHER

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $819,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $660,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,219
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 8,014
Density 1,298.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

FLETCHER Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $819,000
House Sales Volume 128 sales
Unit Median $660,000
Unit Sales Volume 38 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $580/wk
3 Bed House $660/wk
2 Bed Unit $550/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

FLETCHER Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 3,219 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.49x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

FLETCHER 3,219/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

FLETCHER 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.

FLETCHER Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

8,014
Total Population
1,298
people/km² density
2.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,917 people
36.4%
2
England
2,755 people
34.4%
3
Scotland
707 people
8.8%
4
India
597 people
7.5%
5
Ireland
584 people
7.3%

Transport

158.4 km
to Sydney CBD
111 min
drive to CBD
183 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Independent (1)

Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College

Details
K-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About FLETCHER

Fletcher is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 8,014 with a density of 1298 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $819,000, below Sydney average; unit median $660,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College has 6.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3219 per 100,000, 0.49x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 36.40%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (34.38%) and Scottish (8.82%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Fletcher has a house median of $819,000 and unit median of $660,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Fletcher has a crime rate of 3219 per 100,000, which is 0.49x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College, 2024 HSC results: 6 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Fletcher has a population of 8,014, with Chinese comprising 2.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (36.40%), English (34.38%), Scottish (8.82%), Indian (7.45%), Irish (7.29%).

Fletcher is approximately 158.4km from Sydney CBD, about 111 minutes by car or 183 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.