JESMOND

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $950,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $665,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 22,056
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 5.0%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,210
Density 2,658.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

JESMOND Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $950,000
House Sales Volume 31 sales
Unit Median $665,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $600/wk
3 Bed House $730/wk
2 Bed Unit $550/wk
3 Bed Unit $725/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

JESMOND Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 22,056 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
3.32x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

JESMOND 22,056/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

JESMOND 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.

JESMOND Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,210
Total Population
2,658
people/km² density
5.0%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
823 people
25.6%
2
Australia
757 people
23.6%
3
Ireland
204 people
6.4%
4
Scotland
198 people
6.2%
5
China
159 people
5.0%

Transport

161.6 km
to Sydney CBD
115 min
drive to CBD
212 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus

Details
Year 11-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About JESMOND

Jesmond is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,210 with a density of 2658 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $950,000, below Sydney average; unit median $665,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus has 23 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 22056 per 100,000, 3.32x the NSW average, a high crime area.

Demographics: English comprises 25.64%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (23.58%) and Irish (6.36%), Chinese comprises 4.95%, lower Chinese proportion.

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Jesmond has a house median of $950,000 and unit median of $665,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Jesmond has a crime rate of 22056 per 100,000, which is 3.32x the NSW average (6635). Significantly above NSW average, careful consideration advised.

Government schools: Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus, 2024 HSC results: 23 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Jesmond has a population of 3,210, with Chinese comprising 5.00%. Chinese proportion close to NSW average. Main ethnic groups: English (25.64%), Aust (23.58%), Irish (6.36%), Scottish (6.17%), Chinese (4.95%).

Jesmond is approximately 161.6km from Sydney CBD, about 115 minutes by car or 212 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.