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New Lambton Heights, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
New Lambton Heights is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 3,179. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About New Lambton Heights
New Lambton Heights is a suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, located 9 kilometres (6 mi) west of Newcastle's central business district. It is split between the City of Lake Macquarie and City of Newcastle local government areas.
People
Economy
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| Population | 3,179 |
| Population Density | 1,915 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9247°, 151.6936° |
| 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 | $36,741 |
| Median Age | 41.0 years |
About New Lambton Heights
New Lambton Heights is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 3,179. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet (83 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
New Lambton Heights vs Australia Average
Income: New Lambton Heights vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $36,741 |
| 51% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,741 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $707 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 302 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $272,000 |
| 4% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,360 |
| 17% above Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,272 |
Property Tax
Climate in New Lambton Heights
New Lambton Heights 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 | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,915/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9247°N, 151.6936°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 |
New Lambton Heights 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 New Lambton Heights
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hunter Hospital School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near New Lambton Heights
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 New Lambton Heights
| 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 New Lambton Heights
| 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 New Lambton Heights
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Cafes in New Lambton Heights
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in New Lambton Heights
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near New Lambton Heights
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 New Lambton Heights
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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Public Holidays in Australia
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What is the population of New Lambton Heights?
New Lambton Heights has a population of 3,179 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,915 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.
Is New Lambton Heights expensive to live in?
The median household income is $36,741, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $272,000 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in New Lambton Heights?
New Lambton Heights 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 New Lambton Heights?
New Lambton Heights has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $707. There are 302 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in New Lambton Heights?
The median home value in New Lambton Heights is $272,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,360. The homeownership rate is 87.5%.