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RUTHERFORD

Newcastle Region
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House Median
This suburb $753,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $574,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,710
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.7%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 13,091
Density 972.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

RUTHERFORD Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $753,000
House Sales Volume 187 sales
Unit Median $574,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $500/wk
3 Bed House $600/wk
2 Bed Unit $480/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

RUTHERFORD Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,710 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.61x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

RUTHERFORD 10,710/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

RUTHERFORD 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.

RUTHERFORD Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

13,091
Total Population
972
people/km² density
0.7%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
5,735 people
43.8%
2
England
5,441 people
41.6%
3
Scotland
1,289 people
9.9%
4
Australia
1,286 people
9.8%
5
Ireland
1,181 people
9.0%

Transport

179.6 km
to Sydney CBD
126 min
drive to CBD
220 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Rutherford Technology High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About RUTHERFORD

Rutherford is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 13,091 with a density of 972 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $753,000, below Sydney average; unit median $574,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Rutherford Technology High School has 6 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10710 per 100,000, 1.61x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 43.81%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (41.56%) and Scottish (9.85%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Rutherford has a house median of $753,000 and unit median of $574,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Rutherford has a crime rate of 10710 per 100,000, which is 1.61x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: Rutherford Technology High School, 2024 HSC results: 6 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Rutherford has a population of 13,091, with Chinese comprising 0.70%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (43.81%), English (41.56%), Scottish (9.85%), Aust_Abor (9.82%), Irish (9.02%).

Rutherford is approximately 179.6km from Sydney CBD, about 126 minutes by car or 220 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.