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All About Cardiff, Lake Macquarie, NSW, 2285

Cardiff, situated in the picturesque Lake Macquarie region of New South Wales, offers a unique housing market characterized by its diversity and relative affordability compared to Sydney's urban sprawl. The suburb is known for its mixture of older, established homes and new developments, catering to a range of buyers and investors. In recent years, Cardiff has seen a steady increase in demand, driven by its proximity to both the Lake Macquarie waterfront and the city of Newcastle. This demand has led to moderate price growth, making it an attractive option for first-time homebuyers and those looking to upgrade their living standards without moving into the more saturated Sydney market. The region’s real estate trend reflects a strong local economy and ongoing infrastructure development projects, which bolster the suburb’s appeal and real estate value.

Living in Cardiff provides residents with a balanced lifestyle that combines suburban tranquillity with convenient access to urban amenities. The suburb boasts a friendly community atmosphere, supported by a range of local services including schools, shopping centers, and recreational facilities. The natural landscapes surrounding Cardiff, including the nearby lake and parklands, offer ample opportunities for outdoor activities, from boating and fishing to hiking and picnicking. Furthermore, Cardiff's connectivity via major roads and public transport links makes commuting to Newcastle and even Sydney a feasible option for daily travelers. This combination of community, convenience, and natural beauty makes Cardiff a desirable location for families, retirees, and young professionals seeking a harmonious blend of leisure and practicality in their living environment.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $390.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1814.90
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.60
Average Age 37.90
Average Income $847.70
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.80
Average Properties Within 50M 15
Typical 1 bed house$694,000
Typical 2 bed house$605,000
Typical 3 bed house$823,000
Typical 4 bed house$930,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,054,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$966,000

Housing Stock

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Cardiff Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Cardiff? Now could not be a better time, with 4309 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,029,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $31,000 to $43,687,000. Cardiff is located fairly close to the coast at just 5Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine Cardiff due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. The high percentage of professional people in Cardiff classifies the area as "gentrified". This implies high demand for quality housing, generally of larger than average size. Price growth is ensured even where the state affordability index is negatively impacting other areas. Medium density in Cardiff necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Local Schools

Cardiff Public School

Cardiff North Public School

Cardiff High School

St Kevin's Primary School

Glendale East Public School

Cardiff South Public School

Garden Suburb Public School

Argenton Public School

Newcastle Waldorf School

Newcastle Junior School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Cardiff there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Cardiff weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.018.930.148.193.64.624.5
Feb3.318.628.352.794.54.220.7
Mar5.117.426.854.2954.116.6
Apr4.413.724.551.695.83.614.4
May2.610.021.049.393.84.011.3
Jun4.88.718.254.494.24.39.5
Jul2.36.818.346.191.94.510.8
Aug1.86.819.838.591.64.513.7
Sept2.09.423.037.092.54.318.2
Oct2.412.224.841.593.04.421.3
Nov2.515.526.946.893.74.424
Dec2.517.328.247.893.34.624.8

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

08-01-2025 $615,000 5 / 49 Fern Valley Road
08-01-2025 $660,000 201 Main Road
20-12-2024 $575,000 2 / 16 Thomas Street
19-12-2024 $800,000 23 Illawarra Avenue
19-12-2024 $922,500 1 Charles Street
19-12-2024 $680,000 7 Camellia Street
19-12-2024 $675,000 14 Marianne Street
19-12-2024 $2,400,000 50 Munibung Road
17-12-2024 $730,000 18 Lachlan Road
17-12-2024 $380,000 34 Longworth Avenue
16-12-2024 $531,100 4 / 342 Main Road
13-12-2024 $865,000 33 Wansbeck Valley Road
12-12-2024 $830,000 22 Government Road
09-12-2024 $2,125,000 23 Aruma Place
06-12-2024 $12,250,000 42 Pendlebury Road
04-12-2024 $895,000 33 Roath Street
03-12-2024 $1,310,000 19 Maclean Close
02-12-2024 $705,000 12 Alice Street
29-11-2024 $685,000 11 Taylor Street
27-11-2024 $805,000 6 Camellia Street
25-11-2024 $545,000 1 / 13 Thomas Street
21-11-2024 $840,000 4 / 3 Ranton Street
18-11-2024 $810,000 31 Illawarra Avenue
14-11-2024 $1,607,000 5 Aminya Place
11-11-2024 $830,000 19 Longworth Avenue
08-11-2024 $800,000 36 Fern Valley Road
08-11-2024 $745,000 32 Newcastle Street
04-11-2024 $750,000 17 Brooks Avenue
01-11-2024 $1,650,000 6 / 33 Pendlebury Road
01-11-2024 $750,000 87 Myall Road
28-10-2024 $405,000 40 Murray Road
28-10-2024 $995,000 2 Fern Valley Road
25-10-2024 $901,000 3 Michael Street
22-10-2024 $860,000 10 Harrison Street
22-10-2024 $750,000 31 May Street
18-10-2024 $697,000 205 Main Road
18-10-2024 $1,600,000 1 / 8 Nelson Road
16-10-2024 $790,000 6 Munibung Road
15-10-2024 $790,000 35 Cedar Street
11-10-2024 $620,000 278 Main Road
11-10-2024 $902,500 17 Woden Close
08-10-2024 $950,000 7 Coronation Avenue
08-10-2024 $831,000 79 Wansbeck Valley Road
03-10-2024 $742,000 21 Harrison Street
03-10-2024 $1,470,000 67 Pendlebury Road
03-10-2024 $5,000,000 105 Munibung Road
26-09-2024 $700,000 9 Peatties Road
24-09-2024 $250,000 20 Government Road
18-09-2024 $1,100,000 38 Mcintyre Street
18-09-2024 $935,000 28 Murray Road

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