GATESHEAD

Newcastle Region
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House Median
This suburb $1,113,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $693,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 13,746
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,121
Density 571.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

GATESHEAD Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,113,000
House Sales Volume 108 sales
Unit Median $693,000
Unit Sales Volume 44 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $550/wk
3 Bed House $700/wk
2 Bed Unit $560/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

GATESHEAD Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 13,746 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
2.07x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

GATESHEAD 13,746/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

GATESHEAD 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.

GATESHEAD Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,121
Total Population
571
people/km² density
0.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
1,470 people
47.1%
2
England
1,226 people
39.3%
3
Australia
361 people
11.6%
4
Scotland
323 people
10.4%
5
Ireland
274 people
8.8%

Transport

151.8 km
to Sydney CBD
118 min
drive to CBD
214 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Public (1)

Hunter Sports High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Catholic (1)

St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About GATESHEAD

Gateshead is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,121 with a density of 571 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,113,000, below Sydney average; unit median $693,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Hunter Sports High School has 7 Distinguished Achievers; Catholic school St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead has 27.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 13746 per 100,000, 2.07x the NSW average, higher crime rate, caution advised.

Demographics: Australian comprises 47.10%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (39.28%) and Aboriginal Australian (11.57%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Gateshead has a house median of $1,113,000 and unit median of $693,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Gateshead has a crime rate of 13746 per 100,000, which is 2.07x the NSW average (6635). Above NSW average, on-site investigation recommended.

Government schools: Hunter Sports High School, 2024 HSC results: 7 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead, 2024 HSC results: 27 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Gateshead has a population of 3,121, with Chinese comprising 0.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (47.10%), English (39.28%), Aust_Abor (11.57%), Scottish (10.35%), Irish (8.78%).

Gateshead is approximately 151.8km from Sydney CBD, about 118 minutes by car or 214 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.