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Rathmines, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Rathmines is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,836. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rathmines
Rathmines is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia on the western shore of Lake Macquarie between the towns of Toronto and Morisset.
People
Economy
C+Housing
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| Population | 1,836 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.0377°, 151.5844° |
| 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 | $24,606 |
| Median Age | 47.0 years |
About Rathmines
Rathmines is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,836. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 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
Rathmines vs Australia Average
Income: Rathmines vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,606 |
| 67% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,606 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $473 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 174 |
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 | 86.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.9% |
| Housing Units | 734 |
Property Tax
Climate in Rathmines
Rathmines 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 | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.0377°N, 151.5844°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in |
Rathmines has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.2").
Schools in Rathmines
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rathmines Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rathmines
3 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 |
Museums in Rathmines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barkers Barn | ||||
| Classroom | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Poppethead | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital | ||||
| Wyong District Museum & Historical Society |
Libraries in Rathmines
| 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 | |||||
| Cessnock City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwandalan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lake Haven 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toukley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rathmines
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Toukley Lions Markets |
Golf Courses in Rathmines
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rathmines
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rathmines
15 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 |
| Strowan | - | Small Airport |
| Warkworth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rathmines
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rathmines Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Rathmines
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 Rathmines
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Toronto Seventh-day Adventist Church |
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What is the population of Rathmines?
Rathmines has a population of 1,836 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Rathmines expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,606, 67% 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 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Rathmines?
Rathmines 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 Rathmines?
The unemployment rate in Rathmines is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $473. There are 174 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Rathmines?
The median home value in Rathmines is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 86.1%.