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NSW · Newcastle Council

North Lambton, 2299

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Desirability score

42.8/100
Average

Top 41% of New South Wales' suburbs

70% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Top transport
  • Growing
  • Green space
  • Shops
  • Metro
What North Lambton is known for: Top transport, Growing, Green space, Shops, Metro

Suburb profile

North Lambton is a well-connected mid-sized suburb in Newcastle with everyday amenities close at hand. You get space and calm here, while the city and neighbouring suburbs are still close enough for regular outings. A younger crowd gives the area energy, with plenty of young families in the mix.

Everyday errands and local outings are straightforward, with the wider metro area adding variety. Pocket parks and green corners give residents room to get outside without leaving the neighbourhood. Public transport is a genuine asset, linking residents to work, study and nearby neighbourhoods.

Housing remains accessible compared with many parts of the state. Construction and infill projects are noticeably reshaping parts of the area.

On the desirability index, the suburb sits around average overall, mainly because local dining and lifestyle amenities and safety lag similar metro suburbs, despite relative strength in housing affordability and growth momentum. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.

Population

Population
3,454
Median age
31
Median household income / week
$1,678
Dwelling vacancy
5.3%
Unoccupied private dwellings
71 of 1,341
Median monthly mortgage
$2,000
Employment rate
60.4%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
93 / 112 / 67

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Housing

Flats / units (January to March 2026)
$450
Houses (January to March 2026)
$620
All types (January to March 2026)
$350
Rental bonds lodged (January to March 2026)
250

Median weekly rent from NSW DCJ rent tables. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

Crime & safety

Total offences (Jan 2025 to Dec 2025)
405
Against the person
107
Against property
200
Rate per 1,000 residents
117.3
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 32 residents
State safety percentile
81.1th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+3.9%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • Fraud122
  • Intimidation, Stalking And Harassment119
  • Malicious Damage To Property110
  • Steal From Motor Vehicle98
  • Steal From Retail Store114

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

  • BOCSAR postcode crime statistics — NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Period: Jan 2024 to Dec 2024 → Jan 2025 to Dec 2025; Jan 2025 to Dec 2025 · Updated on site · Rolling 12-month windows

Public transport

42 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Newcastle Rd At Nerong Rd
  • Newcastle Rd Opp St John The Evangelist Catholic Church
  • University Dr At Sunset Bvd
  • University Dr At Sunset Bvd
  • University Dr Opp University Of Newcastle Western Entrance

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

  • Timetables Complete GTFS stops (© Transport for NSW, CC BY 4.0) — Transport for NSW — Open Data Hub · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed (updated nightly)

Planning & development

Development applications from NSW Planning Portal (lodged 2020–2026).

146 planning-related records

2026· 14 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Garage, carport or carparking space
    65 DENT STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Secondary dwelling; Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation
    32 HIGH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Under Assessment
  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation
    2 ARTHUR STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Additional Information Requested
  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    308 NEWCASTLE ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Additional Information Requested

  • May 2026

  • Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation
    10 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Additional Information Requested

  • April 2026

  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Residential Accommodation; Supporting Development
    9 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    15 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    22 HIGH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • March 2026

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Fences; Minor building alterations (external); Rainwater tanks; Swimming pool
    24 FIFTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia; Co-living
    20 SUNSET BOULEVARD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Awnings, blinds and canopies; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Driveways and hard stand spaces; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Garage, carport or carparking space
    1 FOURTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Withdrawn
  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    2 FIFTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • February 2026

  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    20 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    352 NEWCASTLE ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
2025· 26 proposals

  • December 2025

  • Secondary dwelling; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    65 DENT STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Subdivision; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Carport
    8 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation
    37 SEVENTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation
    32 SEVENTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • November 2025

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Awnings, blinds and canopies; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Driveways and hard stand spaces; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Garage, carport or carparking space
    1 FOURTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Residential Accommodation; Supporting Development
    9 NERONG ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached)
    92 ALNWICK ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    33 PERCY STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • October 2025

  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    74 GEORGE STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    4 PILKINGTON STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • September 2025

  • Demolition; Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    20 FIRST AVENUE NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached)
    65 GEORGE STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Secondary dwelling; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    1 WERONA STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • August 2025

  • Erection of a new structure; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
    364 NEWCASTLE ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Erection of a new structure; Swimming pool
    67 DENT STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • July 2025

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached)
    92 ALNWICK ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    48 SPRUCE STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Demolition; Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure
    58 MOREHEAD STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • June 2025

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Swimming pool
    92 ALNWICK ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    59 DENT STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    9 MERIVALE STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • May 2025

  • Demolition; Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    52 DENT STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined
  • Erection of a new structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Swimming pool
    21 SEVENTH STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • March 2025

  • Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
    100 ALNWICK ROAD NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • February 2025

  • Erection of a new structure; Swimming pool
    23 SECOND AVENUE NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

  • January 2025

  • Dwelling house; Subdivision; Erection of a new structure
    14 CHINCHEN STREET NORTH LAMBTON 2299Determined

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

27 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • Bench
  • Acacia Av Near Alnwick RdBus stop
  • Acacia Av Near Traise StBus stop
  • Dent St opp High StBus stop
  • George St at Hill StBus stop
  • George St at Percy StBus stop
  • George St opp Hill StBus stop
  • George St opp Percy StBus stop
  • Griffiths Rd at Verulam RdBus stop
  • Hill St after Dent StBus stop

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

3 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Acacia Avenue ReservePark
  • Hillview PlaygroundPark
  • Pilkington Street ReservePark

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
6/10
IRSD decile (2021)
5/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via NSW bush fire prone land mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
6
Parks (OSM)
4

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
42.8/100 — Average
State standing
Top 41% of New South Wales' suburbs
National rank
2777th in Australia
State rank
874th in NSW
Peer rank
#221 among Metro Sydney · Growth area suburbs
Cohort rank
#541 among Metro Sydney suburbs
Data confidence
70%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • Fraudcrime122
  • Intimidation, Stalking And Harassmentcrime119
  • Malicious Damage To Propertycrime110
  • Steal From Motor Vehiclecrime98
  • Steal From Retail Storecrime114
  • Newcastle Rd At Nerong Rdtransport
  • Newcastle Rd Opp St John The Evangelist Catholic Churchtransport
  • University Dr At Sunset Bvdtransport
  • University Dr At Sunset Bvdtransport
  • University Dr Opp University Of Newcastle Western Entrancetransport

Data sources & freshness

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