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Lakelands, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Lakelands is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,382. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lakelands
Lakelands is a residential suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia 16 kilometres (10Â mi) south-west of Newcastle's central business district near the northern end of Lake Macquarie. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie west ward, and was formerly part of Warners Bay.
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| Population | 1,382 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9619°, 151.6497° |
| 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 | $31,738 |
| Median Age | 43.0 years |
About Lakelands
Lakelands is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,382. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 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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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lakelands vs Australia Average
Income: Lakelands vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $31,738 |
| 58% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,738 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $610 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $253,600 |
| 10% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,268 |
| 9% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 89.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.4% |
| Housing Units | 553 |
Property Tax
Climate in Lakelands
Lakelands 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 | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9619°N, 151.6497°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 |
Lakelands 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 Lakelands
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddabah Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lakelands
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 Lakelands
| 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 Lakelands
| 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 Lakelands
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Gas Stations in Lakelands
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lakelands
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lakelands
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 Lakelands
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 Lakelands
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Church - Newcastle |
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What is the population of Lakelands?
Lakelands has a population of 1,382 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 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 Lakelands expensive to live in?
The median household income is $31,738, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 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 Lakelands?
Lakelands 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 Lakelands?
The job market in Lakelands is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $610. There are 131 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lakelands?
The median home value in Lakelands is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 89.6%.