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All About Cooks Hill, Newcastle, NSW, 2300

Cooks Hill, Newcastle, NSW, is a vibrant suburb renowned for its charming mix of historic terrace houses, modern apartments, and a lively community atmosphere. The housing market in Cooks Hill is diverse, reflecting its unique heritage and proximity to the city center and stunning beaches. Over recent years, the area has experienced a steady increase in property values, driven by high demand for its characteristic Victorian and Federation-style homes and contemporary residences. This demand can be attributed to Cooks Hill's blend of convenience, cultural appeal, and coastal lifestyle, making it an attractive option for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Properties in Cooks Hill typically range from compact inner-city apartments to spacious family homes, ensuring a broad spectrum of housing options. The market remains competitive, with properties often selling quickly due to the suburb's desirable location and strong community allure.

Living in Cooks Hill offers residents a dynamic and culturally rich lifestyle, with a strong sense of community at its heart. The suburb is bustling with cafes, boutique shops, and galleries, particularly along the popular Darby Street, which serves as the main artery for social and cultural activities. Cooks Hill is also conveniently located near Newcastle's central business district, providing easy access to employment opportunities, schooling, and healthcare services. Its proximity to the beautiful Bar Beach and Newcastle Beach allows residents to enjoy outdoor activities such as surfing, swimming, and picnicking in the sun. The suburb is well-connected with public transport, making commuting straightforward and efficient. Cooks Hill’s leafy streets, public parks, and close-knit neighborhood feel contribute to its reputation as one of Newcastle's most sought-after suburbs, offering an enviable blend of urban convenience and coastal charm.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $412.57
Median Monthly Mortgage $2280.43
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.86
Average Household Size 2.07
Average Age 36.43
Average Income $1035.43
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.43
Average Properties Within 50M 46
Typical 1 bed house$604,000
Typical 2 bed house$1,015,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,658,000
Typical 4 bed house$2,261,000
Typical 5 bed house$2,412,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$3,252,000

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Cooks Hill Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Cooks Hill? Now could not be a better time, with 2930 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,242,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $120,000 to $32,410,000. Cooks Hill is located fairly close to the coast at just 0Km 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. Incomes in Cooks Hill are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Cooks Hill provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Cooks Hill to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. 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

Alesco Senior College

Newcastle East Public School

St Joseph's Primary School

Newcastle High School

The Junction Public School

Newcastle Grammar School

Hamilton South Public School

St Francis Xavier's College

Holy Family Primary School

Merewether Public School

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

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Cooks Hill 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

20-12-2024 $495,000 14 / 75 Union Street
19-12-2024 $940,000 13 / 134 Railway Street
13-12-2024 $840,000 16 / 215 Darby Street
11-12-2024 $1,005,000 15 Council Street
09-12-2024 $708,000 8 / 38 Bruce Street
06-12-2024 $1,300,000 113 Union Street
28-11-2024 $830,000 10 / 59 Corlette Street
28-11-2024 $660,000 106 / 274 Darby Street
22-11-2024 $2,878,000 112 Corlette Street
22-11-2024 $1,650,000 67 Tooke Street
21-11-2024 $1,650,000 2 / 120 Bruce Street
19-11-2024 $1,590,000 19 Bull Street
15-11-2024 $855,000 22 / 215 Darby Street
11-11-2024 $718,000 7 / 26 Brooks Street
28-10-2024 $1,090,000 34 Railway Street
25-10-2024 $1,750,000 96 Bull Street
25-10-2024 $930,000 74 Laman Street
18-10-2024 $680,000 5 / 26 Brooks Street
10-10-2024 $720,000 46 Railway Street
04-10-2024 $805,000 10 / 77 Bull Street
04-10-2024 $1,600,000 27 Tooke Street
02-10-2024 $640,000 2 / 142 Railway Street
30-09-2024 $1,325,000 48 Railway Street
16-09-2024 $1,360,000 45 Brooks Street
06-09-2024 $7,200,000 62 Union Street
04-09-2024 $1,060,000 37 Laman Street
30-08-2024 $1,095,000 20 Corlette Street
29-08-2024 $1,370,000 23 Parry Street
23-08-2024 $905,000 102 / 274 Darby Street
12-08-2024 $1,600,000 39 Parry Street
02-08-2024 $1,517,000 14 Corlette Street
25-07-2024 $1,200,000 134 / 125 Union Street
05-07-2024 $1,100,000 17 Bull Street
27-06-2024 $650,000 1 / 26 Brooks Street
14-06-2024 $2,950,000 120 Corlette Street
06-06-2024 $375,000 4 Young Street
29-05-2024 $581,000 6 / 75 Union Street
28-05-2024 $2,900,000 126 Corlette Street
23-05-2024 $636,550 11 / 142 Railway Street
17-05-2024 $1,150,000 203 / 185 Darby Street
16-05-2024 $1,500,000 48 Tooke Street
09-05-2024 $655,000 310 / 123 Union Street
24-04-2024 $1,300,000 89 Darby Street
24-04-2024 $1,325,000 84 Bruce Street
19-04-2024 $1,975,000 65 Tooke Street
17-04-2024 $1,340,000 403 / 125 Union Street
12-04-2024 $725,000 21 / 90 Brooks Street
08-04-2024 $1,045,000 141 Darby Street
05-04-2024 $1,710,000 179 Dawson Street
05-04-2024 $675,000 12 / 18 Brooks Street

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