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Charlestown, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Charlestown is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 11,725. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Charlestown
Charlestown is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia, and the largest suburb in Lake Macquarie and in the Greater Newcastle area. It is approximately 10 kilometres (6 mi) west-south-west of the central business district of Newcastle.
People
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| Population | 11,725 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9683°, 151.6932° |
| 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 | $29,744 |
| Median Age | 38.0 years |
About Charlestown
Charlestown is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 11,725. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 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
Charlestown vs Australia Average
Income: Charlestown vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $29,744 |
| 60% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,744 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $572 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,114 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,400 |
| 20% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,127 |
| 3% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 73.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 26.7% |
| Housing Units | 4,690 |
Property Tax
Climate in Charlestown
Charlestown 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 | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9683°N, 151.6932°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°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 | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| 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 |
Charlestown has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in July 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").
Schools in Charlestown
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Dance | - | - | - | - |
| Charlestown South Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Charlestown East Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Charlestown Public School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Charlestown
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 Charlestown
| 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 Charlestown
| 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 | |||||
| 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 Charlestown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Restaurants in Charlestown
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Charlestown
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Charlestown
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Charlestown
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Charlestown
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Charlestown
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Charlestown
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Charlestown
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Charlestown
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Charlestown
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Charlestown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Charlestown
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 |
Post Offices in Charlestown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Charlestown Post Shop |
Treatment Centers in Charlestown
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Charlestown
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Charlestown SDA Church | |
| Saint Mary Immaculate | |
| St David’s Presbyterian |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of Charlestown?
Charlestown has a population of 11,725 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.
Is Charlestown expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,744, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Charlestown?
Charlestown 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 Charlestown?
Charlestown has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $572. There are 1,114 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Charlestown?
The median home value in Charlestown is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 73.3%.