LOCHINVAR

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $806,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,868
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 1,095
Density 50.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

LOCHINVAR Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $806,000
House Sales Volume 106 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $498/wk
3 Bed House $620/wk
2 Bed Unit $500/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

LOCHINVAR Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,868 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.64x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

LOCHINVAR 10,868/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

LOCHINVAR 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.

LOCHINVAR Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

1,095
Total Population
50
people/km² density
0.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
531 people
48.5%
2
England
413 people
37.7%
3
Scotland
118 people
10.8%
4
Ireland
116 people
10.6%
5
Australia
78 people
7.1%

Transport

184.8 km
to Sydney CBD
125 min
drive to CBD
233 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Catholic (1)

St Joseph's College Lochinvar

Details
73.0 score Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About LOCHINVAR

Lochinvar is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 1,095 with a density of 50 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $806,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school St Joseph's College Lochinvar has 291.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10868 per 100,000, 1.64x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 48.49%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (37.72%) and Scottish (10.78%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Lochinvar has a house median of $806,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Lochinvar has a crime rate of 10868 per 100,000, which is 1.64x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Joseph's College Lochinvar, 2024 HSC results: 291 Distinguished Achievers, 5 All Rounders, 2 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 73.0.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Lochinvar has a population of 1,095, with Chinese comprising 0.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (48.49%), English (37.72%), Scottish (10.78%), Irish (10.59%), Aust_Abor (7.12%).

Lochinvar is approximately 184.8km from Sydney CBD, about 125 minutes by car or 233 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.