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Gateshead, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Gateshead is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,231. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gateshead
Gateshead is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 12 kilometres (7Â mi) from Newcastle's central business district on the eastern side of Lake Macquarie. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie East ward, and is home to a number of primary and high schools and a private hospital. Gateshead is named after Gateshead, a town in North East England.
People
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| Population | 3,231 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9821°, 151.6919° |
| 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 | $20,652 |
| Median Age | 35.0 years |
About Gateshead
Gateshead is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,231. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 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
Gateshead vs Australia Average
Income: Gateshead vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $20,652 |
| 73% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,652 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $397 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.1% |
| 125% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 307 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $169,000 |
| 40% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $845 |
| 27% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 54.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 45.3% |
| Housing Units | 1,292 |
Property Tax
Climate in Gateshead
Gateshead 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 | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9821°N, 151.6919°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 |
Gateshead 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 Gateshead
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Wiripaang Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Hunter Sports High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gateshead
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 Gateshead
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fighter World | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Monarch Historical 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 Gateshead
| 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 | |||||
| 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 Gateshead
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Cafes in Gateshead
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gateshead
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gateshead
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gateshead
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gateshead
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 Gateshead
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gateshead Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Gateshead
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 Gateshead
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Globe Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Gateshead?
Gateshead has a population of 3,231 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Gateshead expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,652, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Gateshead?
Gateshead 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 Gateshead?
The job market in Gateshead faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $397. There are 307 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gateshead?
The median home value in Gateshead is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 54.7%.