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Caves Beach, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Caves Beach is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,958. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Caves Beach
Caves Beach is a locality on the Swansea peninsula between Lake Macquarie and the Pacific Ocean in Greater Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie local government area. The locality is named for the large number of caves on the nearby coastline. It has a surfing beach which is popular with the local surfers. It is highly popular for spearfishing, with the premier target species being the elusive red morwong. The traditional custodians of the land are the Awabakal people.
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| Population | 3,958 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.1064°, 151.6440° |
| 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 | $24,032 |
| Median Age | 49.0 years |
About Caves Beach
Caves Beach is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,958. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 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.
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Social Characteristics
Caves Beach vs Australia Average
Income: Caves Beach vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,032 |
| 68% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $462 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 376 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $236,600 |
| 16% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,183 |
| 2% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 81.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.4% |
| Housing Units | 1,583 |
Property Tax
Climate in Caves Beach
Caves Beach has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 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 | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 351.4 sq mi (910.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.1064°N, 151.6440°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in |
Caves Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.2").
Schools in Caves Beach
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caves Beach Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Swansea High School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Patrick's Primary School - Swansea | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Caves 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 Caves Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barkers Barn | ||||
| Classroom | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| RSL Museum | ||||
| South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital | ||||
| Wyong District Museum & Historical Society |
Libraries in Caves Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwandalan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lake Haven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redhead 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 | |||||
| The Entrance Library & Council Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toukley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggerah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Caves Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Toukley Lions Markets |
Restaurants in Caves Beach
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Caves Beach
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Caves Beach
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Caves Beach
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 Caves Beach
13 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 | ||
| The Glen Centre | ||
| Vamp |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Caves Beach
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Caves Beach Uniting Church | |
| Saint Patrick's Church - Swansea |
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What is the population of Caves Beach?
Caves Beach has a population of 3,958 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Caves Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,032, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Caves Beach?
Caves Beach 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 Caves Beach?
Caves Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $462. There are 376 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Caves Beach?
The median home value in Caves Beach is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 81.6%.