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Fern Bay, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Fern Bay is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,650. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Fern Bay
Fern Bay is the southernmost suburb of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located just north of Stockton, which is the only suburb of Newcastle that lies north of the Hunter River and to the east of the north arm of the Hunter River at the entrance to Fullerton Cove, a large body of water. To the east is the Tasman Sea. Despite the suburb only being 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) in a direct line from Newcastle, the need to cross the Hunter River results in Fern Bay being 16 km (9.9 mi) by road from the centre of the city.
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| Population | 2,650 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.8643°, 151.8131° |
| 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 | $24,843 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Fern Bay
Fern Bay is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,650. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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.
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Fern Bay vs Australia Average
Income: Fern Bay vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,843 |
| 67% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,843 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $478 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 252 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $287,200 |
| 2% above Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,436 |
| 23% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,060 |
Property Tax
Climate in Fern Bay
Fern Bay 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 | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.8643°N, 151.8131°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 |
Fern Bay 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").
Schools in Fern Bay
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern Bay Public School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fern Bay
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 Fern Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fighter World | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley 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 Fern Bay
| 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 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Tilligerry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fern Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Golf Courses in Fern Bay
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fern Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrays |
Stadiums & Teams in Fern Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fern Bay
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | 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 |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Fern Bay
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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What is the population of Fern Bay?
Fern Bay has a population of 2,650 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Fern Bay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,843, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $287,200 (2% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,436 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Fern Bay?
Fern Bay 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 Fern Bay?
Fern Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $478. There are 252 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fern Bay?
The median home value in Fern Bay is $287,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,436. The homeownership rate is 75.3%.