GLENDALE

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 15,031
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.1%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,260
Density 844.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

GLENDALE 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

GLENDALE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 15,031 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
2.27x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

GLENDALE 15,031/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

GLENDALE 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.

GLENDALE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,260
Total Population
844
people/km² density
1.1%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
1,464 people
44.9%
2
England
1,353 people
41.5%
3
Scotland
349 people
10.7%
4
Ireland
310 people
9.5%
5
Australia
264 people
8.1%

Transport

160.8 km
to Sydney CBD
112 min
drive to CBD
181 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Public (1)

Glendale Technology High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Independent (1)

Newcastle Waldorf School

Details
K-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About GLENDALE

Glendale is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,260 with a density of 844 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 Glendale Technology High School has 6 Distinguished Achievers; independent school Newcastle Waldorf School has 1.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 15031 per 100,000, 2.27x the NSW average, higher crime rate, caution advised.

Demographics: Australian comprises 44.91%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (41.50%) and Scottish (10.71%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Glendale 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), Glendale has a crime rate of 15031 per 100,000, which is 2.27x the NSW average (6635). Above NSW average, on-site investigation recommended.

Government schools: Glendale Technology High School, 2024 HSC results: 6 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: Newcastle Waldorf School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Glendale has a population of 3,260, with Chinese comprising 1.10%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (44.91%), English (41.50%), Scottish (10.71%), Irish (9.51%), Aust_Abor (8.10%).

Glendale is approximately 160.8km from Sydney CBD, about 112 minutes by car or 181 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.