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Soldiers Point, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Soldiers Point is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,427. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,427 Population 3/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
29.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$24,302 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,302 median income, 5.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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About Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point is a suburb of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. Located on the southern shores of Port Stephens it is almost entirely surrounded by the port and is a popular location for fishing and boating. While primarily residential, like other suburbs around Port Stephens, it is a popular tourist destination, especially in summer months. It also has numerous community events and family fun days for locals and tourists alike.

People

Population1,427
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,302
Per Capita$24,302
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

F
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership74.2%
Housing Units571

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population1,427
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.7105°, 152.0698°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation29.2 inches (740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,302
Median Age56.0 years

About Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,427. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Soldiers Point has a population of 1,427 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 478.7 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,427
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
478.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Soldiers Point vs Australia Average

The median household income in Soldiers Point is $24,302, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,302 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $467, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 136 business establishments.

Income: Soldiers Point vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,302
68% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,302
Avg Weekly Wage$467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Soldiers Point is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 74.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 571 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership74.2%
Owner-Occupied74.2%
Renter-Occupied25.8%
Housing Units571

Property Tax

Climate in Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Feb (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1353 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 20.2° / 27.1° 88.1
Feb 23.7°C / 75°F 20.3° / 27.1° 123.3
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 19.3° / 25.8° 117.4
Apr 20°C / 68°F 16.6° / 23.4° 136.2
May 17.2°C / 63°F 13.7° / 20.7° 163.0
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 11.6° / 18° 179.3
Jul 14.1°C / 57°F 10.5° / 17.7° 117.1
Aug 15°C / 59°F 11.1° / 18.9° 80.9
Sep 17.5°C / 64°F 13.5° / 21.5° 83.3
Oct 19.3°C / 67°F 15.5° / 23.1° 76.1
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 17.2° / 24.6° 101.1
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 18.8° / 25.9° 86.7
Soldiers Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area478.7 sq mi (1,239.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-32.7105°N, 152.0698°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.2"
23% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.79"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 83 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 95 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 129 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 131 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 134 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 125 km
Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 112 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 140 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 20 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 85 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 130 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 120 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 45 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 121 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 4.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
April 66°F (19°C) 5.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.8 in Wettest
July 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in Driest
October 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in

Soldiers Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and September the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Soldiers Point

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Soldiers Point Public School
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Radio Stations near Soldiers Point

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps
2BOB Radio 104.7FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Soldiers Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fighter World
Monarch Historical Museum

Libraries in Soldiers Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tea Gardens Library0.0
Tilligerry Library0.0
Tomaree Library0.0

Hotels in Soldiers Point

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bannisters Port Stephens
Colonial Ridge Resort

Restaurants in Soldiers Point

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Point

Cafes in Soldiers Point

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee in the Cove

Breweries in Soldiers Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Murrays

Airports Near Soldiers Point

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Forster (Wallis Is) AirportFOTSmall Airport
Gloucester AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Old Bar Heritage AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Soldiers Point

What is the population of Soldiers Point?

Soldiers Point has a population of 1,427 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 478.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Soldiers Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,302, 68% 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 9.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Soldiers Point?

Soldiers Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.

How is the job market in Soldiers Point?

The unemployment rate in Soldiers Point is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $467. There are 136 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Soldiers Point?

The median home value in Soldiers Point is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 74.2%.

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