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Cardiff, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Cardiff is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,883. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Cardiff
Cardiff is a suburb in the Lake Macquarie LGA of New South Wales, Australia.
People
Economy
C+Housing
CClimate
| Population | 2,883 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9420°, 151.6544° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (805 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,364 |
| Median Age | 38.0 years |
About Cardiff
Cardiff is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,883. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cardiff vs Australia Average
Income: Cardiff vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,364 |
| 65% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,364 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $507 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 274 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $211,200 |
| 25% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,056 |
| 9% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,153 |
Property Tax
Climate in Cardiff
Cardiff 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 1080 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9420°N, 151.6544°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in |
Cardiff has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (1.9").
Schools in Cardiff
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cardiff
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 Cardiff
| 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 | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital |
Libraries in Cardiff
| 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 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset 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 Cardiff
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Clinics in Cardiff
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cardiff
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cardiff
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cardiff
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cardiff
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cardiff
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cardiff
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cardiff
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cardiff
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cardiff
14 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 |
| 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 Cardiff
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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Cardiff?
Cardiff has a population of 2,883 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.
Is Cardiff expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,364, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $211,200 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Cardiff?
Cardiff enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.
How is the job market in Cardiff?
The unemployment rate in Cardiff is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $507. There are 274 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Cardiff?
The median home value in Cardiff is $211,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,056. The homeownership rate is 68.3%.