Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Gateshead has an estimated 3,224 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 32 projects tracked in the area around Gateshead.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 108 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Gateshead recorded a population of 3,121 people at the 2021 Census. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's population is estimated at around 3,224, reflecting an increase of 103 people (3.3%). This updated figure is established through AreaSearch's evaluation of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts published on an annual basis, combined with quarterly updates from national address files.
Demographically, the suburb of Gateshead is distinguished by a comparatively youthful cohort featuring a median age 35, along with an above-average number of children per family. Local households generally encounter lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels, accompanied by an above-average renting population. The local economy is underpinned by a robust service amenity offering and pronounced representation across key sectors, including an established healthcare employment base, elevated retail trade employment, and a pronounced construction employment presence.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 108 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the suburb of Gateshead recorded a population of 3,121 people at the 2021 Census. As of Aug 2026, the suburb's population is estimated at around 3,224, reflecting an increase of 103 people (3.3%). This updated figure is established through AreaSearch's evaluation of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts published on an annual basis, combined with quarterly updates from national address files.
Demographically, the suburb of Gateshead is distinguished by a comparatively youthful cohort featuring a median age 35, along with an above-average number of children per family. Local households generally encounter lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels, accompanied by an above-average renting population. The local economy is underpinned by a robust service amenity offering and pronounced representation across key sectors, including an established healthcare employment base, elevated retail trade employment, and a pronounced construction employment presence.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,184 in 2006 and 3,190 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,224 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 17.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.1%.
Gateshead ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for amenities and the 94th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Gateshead is $521 a week, up 7.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 10% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.2%.
10% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $317 in 2017, $546 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $260 in 2017, $432 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hickory Road, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $800,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 55/2 Templar Place Bennetts Green NSW 2290 | $790,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 48 Bean Street, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $650,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 63 Mahogany Crescent, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $840,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 25 Mallee Street, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $1,100,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3/18 Oakdale Road, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $1,750,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 14 Cadaga Road, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $900,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 78 Coral Crescent, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $900,000 | 3 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 24 Plane Street, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $830,000 | 3 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 44 Cadaga Road, Gateshead NSW 2290 | $7,455,000 | 26 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 41 residential sales recorded since 1 Oct 2025 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 41, houses and units together, was $840,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $521 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $855k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.17m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $840,000 | Median of the 41 most recent residential sales, settled 1 Oct 2025 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $546 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $432 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +10.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - East | $682 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - East, over 12 months | +8.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 47 tracked applications: 21 approved, 15 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 32 projects in and around Gateshead, 6 of them under construction.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion is a redevelopment of the Ramsay Health Care hospital at Gateshead, estimated at $131 million. The approved nine-storey extension (SSD-38025700) adds inpatient beds, new operating theatres, an expanded emergency department, a new main entrance on Casey Street, consulting suites, and radiology and oncology services.
A $300 million landmark seniors living and aged care development on the former TAFE campus at Tiral Street, Charlestown. Stage 1 delivers a 120-bed residential aged care home and 96 independent living units (ILUs). Stage 2 adds 107 ILUs and 133 residential apartments across four buildings ranging from 5 to 14 storeys.
A complex of 16 completely free-standing, architecturally designed townhouses currently under construction in an elevated location, featuring spacious layouts, fully ducted air-conditioning, Artusi appliances, and private outdoor spaces. Stage 1 is set for completion in Quarter 1 of 2026.
Redevelopment of the Harold Knight Sports Complex at Gateshead to ensure the best quality grounds for our local sporting community. Key features include expanded and reconfigured sports field areas, new car parking area, new sports amenities building, new sports field lighting, fencing, irrigation and pedestrian paths.
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a multi-storey residential building comprising 29 apartments at 14 Frederick Street, Charlestown. The proposed development features 1 one-bedroom, 25 two-bedroom, and 3 three-bedroom dwellings with basement parking for 31 vehicles.
DA approved development site for 27 apartments and one commercial space on a 1,214sqm corner block with 23 on-site car parks. The low-rise residential apartment complex is strategically positioned within walking distance of Charlestown Square and public transport links, targeting first home owners, affordable housing and investors.
Macquarie Tower is a 15-storey mixed-use development by GWH in Charlestown, featuring 54 residential apartments with panoramic ocean views, plus commercial space including the Hive Academy childcare facility and end-of-trip facilities. It is Lake Macquarie's tallest building.
Redevelopment of Hunter Sports High School to provide facilities for secondary and elite sports education programs, including 26 general classrooms, 13 specialist classrooms, a movement complex, administration building, library, canteen, and gym.
Social and affordable housing project by Westbury Constructions in Gateshead.
Lonus Estate is a boutique 19 lot house and land subdivision on a 1.29 hectare site at 64-66 Lonus Avenue, Whitebridge. Lots ranging from around 270 sqm to 1,000 sqm back onto the Fernleigh Track and are being marketed by Altitude Real Estate as a tranquil, leafy setting close to Whitebridge shops, schools and nearby beaches.
Exclusive new development of architecturally designed townhouses (7 units in total, including 2, 3, and 4-bedroom layouts) with premium fixtures, designer kitchens, and open-plan living, crafted by Jade Building & Constructions. Construction is nearing completion, with an estimated finish date of mid to late 2025.
Rezoning of 87 Oakdale Road, Gateshead from C3 Environmental Management to E4 General Industrial and increase minimum lot sizes and building height standards to address the need for light industrial land in the city.
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Estimated completion year of the 7 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 2, 2027 1, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 1. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 47 substantial development applications lodged in and around Gateshead over the past 5 years, 30 in the last 12 months; 15 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 5, 2023 4, 2024 2, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 30.
Key application 3 Sydney Street, Gateshead Commercial | $14m | 1 dwelling Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 47 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 21 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Gateshead include: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion (Construction); Charlestown to Fernleigh Track Active Transport Link (Approved); Macquarie Tower (Completed); 27 Dickinson Street Residential Development (Approved); and Pacific Link Housing Charlestown Community Development (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Gateshead spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Health & Medical, among others.
The suburb of Gateshead ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Gateshead compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Gateshead area has seen 23 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Gateshead's current population of 3,224 has been supported by 28 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Gateshead has seen 8.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 277 people in the suburb of Gateshead, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Gateshead's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 28, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Gateshead has grown by approximately 32 people, while 141 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Gateshead is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,224 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 590 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,121 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 103 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.47 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Gateshead was estimated to be approximately 3,224 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,190 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Gateshead has added approximately 103 people and shown a 3.30% increase from the 3,121 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Gateshead is estimated at 589 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Gateshead has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Gateshead is driven by: Natural increase (50.0%), Overseas migration (50.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 50.0% of overall population gains.
Gateshead's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Gateshead at 34 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Gateshead is 9 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Gateshead compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 17.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Gateshead compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Gateshead show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (17.2% vs 11.5%). The most under-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (7.9% vs 12.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.5% of the population in the suburb of Gateshead as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.6% of the population in the suburb of Gateshead as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 7% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $44,422 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,319 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,232 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $611 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,479 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 31.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Gateshead is approximately $47,256. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $44,422.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Gateshead is approximately $58,848. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,319.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Gateshead is approximately $47,256 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $44,422 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Gateshead is approximately $58,848 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,319 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Gateshead's households (~29.1% / 345 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Gateshead is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.1% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Gateshead is $1,232/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Gateshead is $1,479/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Gateshead is $611/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Gateshead's median income among taxpayers is $44,422, with an average of $55,319. This is lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $55,733 and average of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $47,256 (median) and $58,848 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Gateshead is $4,210 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Gateshead's disposable income is $4,210 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Gateshead faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,453 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,209 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,550 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Gateshead has approximately 1,453 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Gateshead stands at 6.3%, which is 2.2 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Gateshead is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (23.0% of employment), construction (13.0%), and retail trade (12.7%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Gateshead has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Gateshead is 60.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The suburb of Gateshead shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 23.0% of the local workforce compared to 16.9% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Gateshead's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Gateshead faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 48.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
11.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Gateshead have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
48.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Gateshead have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of Gateshead ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Gateshead are: Certificate (33.2%), Bachelor Degree (8.4%), Advanced Diploma (7.0%).
29.9% of the population in the suburb of Gateshead is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.1% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Gateshead is 958, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Gateshead, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,416 students.
The suburb of Gateshead includes 2 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Gateshead features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,186 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,225 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Gateshead had 1,186 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.3% to an estimated 1,225 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Gateshead is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.4%), group households (4.0%), and other household types (0.5%).
Of the 784 family households, couples with children account for 23.9% of all households, couples without children at home 20.2%, and single parent families 20.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Gateshead shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Gateshead have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 29.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.7% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 29.4% of all households in the suburb of Gateshead, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.0% of households, above the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Gateshead is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.4% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
Gateshead was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.0% of its population being citizens, 92.5% born in Australia, and 95.4% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Gateshead, at 45.6% of people, although more residents (52.5%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gateshead are Australian, comprising 34.5% of the population, English, comprising 28.7% of the population, and Australian Aboriginal, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Gateshead (vs 0.5% across Regional NSW), Samoan at 0.7% (vs 0.1%) and Macedonian at 0.3% (vs 0.4%).
7.5% of the suburb of Gateshead population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.6% of the population in the suburb of Gateshead speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
8.5% of the suburb of Gateshead population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
91.0% of the suburb of Gateshead population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gateshead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 45.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.0% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 90.6% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,705 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 31.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Gateshead, 23.0% of homes are owned outright, 31.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 45.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 90.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Gateshead are houses.
In the suburb of Gateshead, 4.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Gateshead stands at 23.0%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Gateshead is $1,705, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Gateshead is $1,128, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Gateshead, households with mortgages typically spend 31.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Gateshead is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Gateshead shows mortgage holders spending 31.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 24.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Gateshead consists of 90.6% detached houses, 5.1% semi-detached dwellings, 4.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gateshead consumes approximately 21.1% of median household income ($5,335 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gateshead show attached dwellings contributing 50% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 50% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Gateshead is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 8th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 53.7% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 60.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
Around 46.9% of people in the suburb of Gateshead are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Gateshead, 10.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
11.7% of people in the suburb of Gateshead are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.6% of the suburb of Gateshead population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.8% of people in the suburb of Gateshead have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Gateshead, 46.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 80th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 44 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,112 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 73 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 42 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 44 public transport stops within the suburb of Gateshead.
The suburb of Gateshead has 1,112 weekly trips across 42 routes, averaging 158 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 140 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 404 m away and the nearest child care centre 494 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 44 stops nearby, 1,112 weekly trips, access rating 80 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 95th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 404 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 494 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 513 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 98 places in Gateshead, about 2.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Gateshead compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Gateshead has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 6% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Gateshead's resilient property market has recorded 43 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 86% residential and 14% commercial transactions.
Gateshead is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Gateshead's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 7% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates Gateshead faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
Gateshead faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Gateshead features high concentrations of single parent families and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Gateshead is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Gateshead is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional NSW.
Health performance in Gateshead is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Gateshead has an estimated 3,224 residents, up 3.3% since the 2021 Census, with 32 projects tracked in the area around Gateshead.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Gateshead.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL11598). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Gateshead from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Gateshead with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
