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Swansea Heads, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Swansea Heads is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 594. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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CClimate
| Population | 594 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.0965°, 151.6550° |
| 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 | $27,175 |
| Median Age | 46.0 years |
About Swansea Heads
Swansea Heads is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 594. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 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
Swansea Heads vs Australia Average
Income: Swansea Heads vs Australia
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,175 |
| 64% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,175 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $523 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $214,000 |
| 24% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,070 |
| 8% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.9% |
| Housing Units | 238 |
Property Tax
Climate in Swansea Heads
Swansea Heads has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 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 | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 351.4 sq mi (910.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.0965°N, 151.6550°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 |
Swansea Heads 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").
Radio Stations near Swansea Heads
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 Swansea Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barkers Barn | ||||
| Classroom | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital | ||||
| Wyong District Museum & Historical Society |
Libraries in Swansea Heads
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwandalan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton 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 | |||||
| The Entrance Library & Council Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toukley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggerah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Swansea Heads
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Toukley Lions Markets |
Stadiums & Teams in Swansea Heads
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Swansea Heads
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 Swansea Heads
13 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 | ||
| The Glen Centre | ||
| Vamp |
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What is the population of Swansea Heads?
Swansea Heads has a population of 594 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 351.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Swansea Heads expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,175, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Swansea Heads?
Swansea Heads 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 Swansea Heads?
Swansea Heads has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $523. There are 56 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Swansea Heads?
The median home value in Swansea Heads is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 85.1%.