WALLSEND

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $819,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $660,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 10,261
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 13,244
Density 1,181.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

WALLSEND Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $819,000
House Sales Volume 128 sales
Unit Median $660,000
Unit Sales Volume 38 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $580/wk
3 Bed House $660/wk
2 Bed Unit $550/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

WALLSEND Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 10,261 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.55x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

WALLSEND 10,261/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

WALLSEND 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.

WALLSEND Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

13,244
Total Population
1,181
people/km² density
2.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
5,185 people
39.2%
2
England
5,168 people
39.0%
3
Scotland
1,421 people
10.7%
4
Ireland
1,287 people
9.7%
5
Australia
790 people
6.0%

Transport

159.0 km
to Sydney CBD
111 min
drive to CBD
174 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Independent (1)

Macquarie College

Details
K-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About WALLSEND

Wallsend is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 13,244 with a density of 1181 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $819,000, below Sydney average; unit median $660,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Macquarie College has 23.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 10261 per 100,000, 1.55x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 39.15%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (39.02%) and Scottish (10.73%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Wallsend has a house median of $819,000 and unit median of $660,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Wallsend has a crime rate of 10261 per 100,000, which is 1.55x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: Macquarie College, 2024 HSC results: 23 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Wallsend has a population of 13,244, with Chinese comprising 2.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (39.15%), English (39.02%), Scottish (10.73%), Irish (9.72%), Aust_Abor (5.97%).

Wallsend is approximately 159.0km from Sydney CBD, about 111 minutes by car or 174 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.