Fennell Bay, located in the breathtaking region of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, offers a serene and picturesque setting that is increasingly gaining attention in the housing market. In recent years, the area has experienced a steady demand for property, driven by its attractive lakeside location and affordable housing options compared to more urbanized regions. The housing market in Fennell Bay primarily consists of family homes and villas, many of which boast views of lush greenery or the tranquil waters of Lake Macquarie. This has made the suburb particularly appealing to young families, retirees, and anyone interested in a peaceful lifestyle that still retains close proximity to the amenities of Newcastle and Sydney.
Living in Fennell Bay offers residents a harmonious balance between nature and community. The suburb is known for its friendly neighborhood atmosphere, where people enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and bushwalking. The local schools and community services contribute to a family-friendly environment, while shopping centers and dining options are conveniently located nearby in neighboring suburbs. Public transport connections and well-maintained roads provide easy access to the broader Lake Macquarie region and beyond. Overall, Fennell Bay is viewed as an idyllic place to live, offering a combination of natural beauty, relaxed living, and community spirit.
Median Weekly Rent | $337.57 |
Median Monthly Mortgage | $1727.79 |
Median Persons Per bed houseroom | 0.78 |
Average Household Size | 2.71 |
Average Age | 42.43 |
Average Income | $699.43 |
Average Cars Per Dwelling | 1.90 |
Average Properties Within 50M | 14 |
Typical 1 bed house | $524,000 |
Typical 2 bed house | $648,000 |
Typical 3 bed house | $769,000 |
Typical 4 bed house | $941,000 |
Typical 5 bed house | $1,121,000 |
Typical 6 bed+ house | $1,228,000 |
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Thinking about buying in Fennell Bay? Now could not be a better time, with 918 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $788,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $35,000 to $3,532,000. Fennell Bay is located fairly close to the coast at just 8Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.
In Fennell Bay there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Fennell Bay is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. Low average earnings from people in Fennell Bay leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Low population density implies low demand and limits housing choices and price increases. Could be a good entry point for first home buyers needing to somehow get into the market. With very low industrial sector presence in Fennell Bay the focus is on lifestyle, driving specific demand around facilities, services, and open space. Most people are employed in service sectors with a higher than average proportion being able to work from home. This may incease demand over the medium term.
Instant Property Valuation51 Turnbull Street, Fennell Bay, NSW, 2283 | 5 | 2 | 1 | BUYERS GUIDE $799,000 | |
4 Mahogany Place, Fennell Bay, NSW, 2283 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1023750 | |
22 Turnbull Street, Fennell Bay, NSW, 2283 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 841750 | |
19 Elizabeth Street, Fennell Bay, NSW, 2283 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1046500 | |
Unit 9, 300 Main Road, Fennell Bay, NSW, 2283 | 2 | 2 | 1 | $590,000 - $640,000 |
Fennell Bay Public School
St Paul's Catholic College
Five Islands School
Booragul Public School
Fassifern Public School
Charlton Christian College
Lake Macquarie High School
Teralba Public School
Toronto Public School
Blackalls Park Public School
(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Fennell Bay there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
(mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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Jan | 2.0 | 18.9 | 30.1 | 48.1 | 93.6 | 4.6 | 24.5 |
Feb | 3.3 | 18.6 | 28.3 | 52.7 | 94.5 | 4.2 | 20.7 |
Mar | 5.1 | 17.4 | 26.8 | 54.2 | 95 | 4.1 | 16.6 |
Apr | 4.4 | 13.7 | 24.5 | 51.6 | 95.8 | 3.6 | 14.4 |
May | 2.6 | 10.0 | 21.0 | 49.3 | 93.8 | 4.0 | 11.3 |
Jun | 4.8 | 8.7 | 18.2 | 54.4 | 94.2 | 4.3 | 9.5 |
Jul | 2.3 | 6.8 | 18.3 | 46.1 | 91.9 | 4.5 | 10.8 |
Aug | 1.8 | 6.8 | 19.8 | 38.5 | 91.6 | 4.5 | 13.7 |
Sept | 2.0 | 9.4 | 23.0 | 37.0 | 92.5 | 4.3 | 18.2 |
Oct | 2.4 | 12.2 | 24.8 | 41.5 | 93.0 | 4.4 | 21.3 |
Nov | 2.5 | 15.5 | 26.9 | 46.8 | 93.7 | 4.4 | 24 |
Dec | 2.5 | 17.3 | 28.2 | 47.8 | 93.3 | 4.6 | 24.8 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
16-12-2024 | $1,150,000 | 270 Main Road |
02-12-2024 | $820,000 | 32 Prince Street |
02-12-2024 | $450,000 | 25 / 305 Main Road |
26-11-2024 | $712,850 | 20 Lake Macquarie Close |
25-11-2024 | $699,000 | 14 Harrington Street |
04-11-2024 | $2,400,000 | 3 Macquarie Road |
21-10-2024 | $645,000 | 89 Macquarie Road |
16-10-2024 | $640,000 | 32 Turnbull Street |
15-10-2024 | $659,000 | 8 Sandra Street |
10-10-2024 | $600,000 | 6 / 300 Main Road |
20-09-2024 | $1,072,700 | 34 Bellevue Lane |
05-09-2024 | $160,000 | 5 Gilwell Close |
22-08-2024 | $1,000,000 | 14 Bellevue Lane |
08-08-2024 | $153,216 | 17 Turnbull Street |
01-08-2024 | $670,000 | 36 Brougham Avenue |
16-07-2024 | $1,102,500 | 8 Bluerock Close |
13-06-2024 | $745,000 | 38 Sandra Street |
05-06-2024 | $824,500 | 49 Macquarie Road |
31-05-2024 | $640,000 | 1 Macquarie Road |
13-05-2024 | $660,000 | 6 Elizabeth Street |
06-05-2024 | $795,000 | 12 Jamboree Close |
02-05-2024 | $710,000 | 281 Main Road |
23-04-2024 | $920,000 | 28 Macquarie Road |
19-04-2024 | $520,000 | 5 / 300 Main Road |
12-04-2024 | $900,000 | 8 Potter Close |
09-04-2024 | $450,000 | 3 / 305 Main Road |
05-04-2024 | $840,000 | 9 Jamboree Close |
22-03-2024 | $1,040,000 | 30 Harrington Street |
21-03-2024 | $650,000 | 10 Sandra Street |
18-03-2024 | $1,200,000 | 2 Bluerock Close |
01-03-2024 | $695,000 | 53 Turnbull Street |
29-02-2024 | $640,000 | 14 Edward Street |
15-02-2024 | $2,270,000 | 47 Brougham Avenue |
05-02-2024 | $761,000 | 27 Margaret Street |
22-01-2024 | $875,555 | 11 Turnbull Street |
19-01-2024 | $650,000 | 30 Elizabeth Street |
22-12-2023 | $846,000 | 8 Jamboree Close |
15-12-2023 | $1,388,000 | 3 Goldsmith Avenue |
08-12-2023 | $335,000 | 1 Bellevue Lane |
01-12-2023 | $760,000 | 45 Macquarie Road |
16-11-2023 | $795,000 | 10 Lake Road |
29-09-2023 | $400,000 | 43 / 305 Main Road |
21-09-2023 | $727,500 | 4 Lake Macquarie Close |
21-07-2023 | $890,000 | 21 Blandford Street |
14-07-2023 | $850,000 | 4 Gilwell Close |
10-07-2023 | $647,500 | 91 Macquarie Road |
07-07-2023 | $620,000 | 315 Main Road |
30-06-2023 | $1,155,000 | 29 Bellevue Lane |
23-06-2023 | $825,000 | 57 Macquarie Road |
21-06-2023 | $715,000 | 17 Lake Road |
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