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Bar Beach, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Bar Beach is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,166. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Bar Beach
Bar Beach is an inner city suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, located 1.6 km (1.0 mi) southwest of Newcastle's central business district. The suburb is named for the beach that extends along its eastern border.
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| Population | 1,166 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9413°, 151.7654° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.5 inches (698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $40,425 |
| Median Age | 41.0 years |
About Bar Beach
Bar Beach is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,166. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bar Beach vs Australia Average
Income: Bar Beach vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $40,425 |
| 46% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,425 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $777 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 111 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $221,400 |
| 21% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,107 |
| 5% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 57.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.2% |
| Housing Units | 466 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bar Beach
Bar Beach has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.9°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1040 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 101.1 sq mi (261.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9413°N, 151.7654°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in |
Bar Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 56°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (2.2").
Radio Stations near Bar Beach
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Central Coast Radio.com | 90's and more!, alternative rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2BOB Radio 104.7FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bar Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fighter World | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Monarch Historical Museum | ||||
| Morpeth Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital |
Libraries in Bar Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beresfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwandalan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raymond Terrace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speers Point Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Student Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sugar Valley Library Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Swansea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bar Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Cafes in Bar Beach
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bar Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays |
Stadiums & Teams in Bar Beach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bar Beach
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dr Fox Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elderslie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Forster (Wallis Is) Airport | FOT | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Singleton Airport | SIX | Small Airport |
| Singleton Military Area airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Somersby Airstrip | GOS | Small Airport |
| Warkworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bar Beach
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Clinic | ||
| CSCAN Radiology | ||
| Hunter Imaging | ||
| ihear | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Marie Stopes Newcastle | ||
| Mayfield Podiatry | ||
| Newcastle Muscle Therapy | ||
| Small Talk Speech Therapy | ||
| Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Vamp |
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What is the population of Bar Beach?
Bar Beach has a population of 1,166 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 101.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.
Is Bar Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $40,425, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,400 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bar Beach?
Bar Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.
How is the job market in Bar Beach?
The unemployment rate in Bar Beach is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $777. There are 111 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bar Beach?
The median home value in Bar Beach is $221,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,107. The homeownership rate is 57.8%.