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The median house price in Jewells is $1.10m, with units at $740k. House values have moved 5.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Jewells has an estimated 2,484 residents, up from 2,452 at the 2021 Census — a change of 32 people, or 1.3%. That puts 834 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch evaluations combining post-Census validated new addresses with broader ABS population updates, the suburb of Jewells has an estimated population of around 2,484 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 32 people (1.3%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 2,452 people. Such growth stems from an estimated resident population of 2,483 derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, alongside 3 validated new addresses registered following the Census. With a density of 833 persons per square kilometer, the suburb of Jewells aligns closely with typical benchmarks recorded across AreaSearch locations.
Expanding by 1.3% since the census, the suburb of Jewells trailed the wider SA3 area (3.3%) by 2.0 percentage points, displaying solid demographic momentum. Overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating approximately 93.0% of total recent population expansion. Projections for each SA2 area rely on 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia modeling based on 2022, supplemented where necessary by 2022 NSW State Government SA2 figures based on 2021, with age cohort trajectories applied to all localities across 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead over this timeframe for the suburb of Jewells, this methodology points toward an overall reduction of 98 persons by 2041. Even so, specific age demographics are set to expand, most notably the 85 and over group, which is projected to increase by 44 people.
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Residential building activity in Jewells remains exceptionally constrained, averaging less than 1 dwelling approvals annually and registering minimal total volume over the past five years. This modest pace mirrors broader rural planning patterns where limited local demand and infrastructure capacity naturally cap construction. Given the small baseline, individual development projects can have a noticeable statistical impact on annual growth and comparison metrics. Jewells records residential development levels that are substantially lower than Rest of NSW, with local building and growth trends sitting well below national averages. Given that demographic numbers are projected to stay steady or contract, Jewells should experience eased demand on residential development, which may open up favorable conditions for property purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 50 current infrastructure and development projects close to Jewells, worth an estimated $11.6 billion. 11 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Capital investments, planning initiatives, and major works play a crucial role in shaping local community development. AreaSearch has pinpointed 9 projects anticipated to influence the surrounding region, including key undertakings like Billy's Lookout, Teralba, the Woolworths Belmont North Supermarket Development, the 364 Pacific Highway Townhouse Development, and Lorikeet Ridge Estate.
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Woolworths Belmont North Supermarket Development
Repurposing of the 4.04-hectare former Bunnings site into a modern retail hub. The project features a 3,800sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket and specialty tenancies for food, health, and services. It includes adaptive reuse of the existing warehouse structure, 341 at-grade parking spaces, and Direct to Boot facilities.
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Expansion
A significant $131 million redevelopment of Lake Macquarie Private Hospital by Ramsay Health Care. Approved in May 2025, the project features a nine-storey expansion (SSD-38025700) adding 114 inpatient beds, five new operating theatres, and an expanded emergency department. The development also includes a new main entrance on Casey Street, ten consulting suites, and enhanced radiology and oncology services. As of April 2026, the project is integrated into the broader Gateshead Medical Precinct Planning Proposal, which seeks to rezone surrounding land to support a regionally significant health hub.Construction is phased to maintain hospital operations, with final completion targeted for 2027.
364 Pacific Highway Townhouse Development
DA-approved development site sold in February 2025 for the construction of five free-standing three-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom townhouses with high-quality finishes, private outdoor spaces, and north-facing decks in the lakeside suburb of Belmont North. Designed by award-winning architects SHAC.
Lorikeet Ridge Estate
A new residential estate in Belmont North offering house and land packages along the coastline of Lake Macquarie, with access to local amenities, schools, shopping, and recreational facilities. It is 20 minutes from Newcastle and combines coastal lifestyle with suburban convenience.
Tiny Homes Trial
A trial initiative by Lake Macquarie City Council in partnership with Allambi Care to place two self-contained, affordable, two-bedroom transportable tiny homes on council-owned land in Belmont North, providing housing for young people and families at risk of homelessness. The homes are built by West Gosford company Tiny Homes 4 U and funded through the NSW Government's Homelessness Innovation Fund via Homes NSW. Development approvals were secured and the homes have been placed on the Laxton Crescent and Wommara Avenue sites, with council planning to expand the model to three more prefabricated homes elsewhere in Belmont as proof of concept.In August 2025 the council flagged it was reconsidering its partnership with Allambi Care following a forensic audit alleging financial mismanagement at the organisation, though it has continued to support the housing concept itself.
The Summit
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.
Oasis Redhead
A master-planned, over 50s lifestyle community with 252 architecturally designed, single-level freestanding homes. The community features resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, spa, gym, and tennis court, and is located a short distance from Redhead Beach.
Belmont Sports Fields Master Plan
The Belmont Sports Fields Master Plan is a multi-stage redevelopment of Lake Macquarie's largest sporting precinct, covering Barton Field, Lumsden Oval, Cahill Oval, Les Miller Field and Molly Smith Netball Courts. Stage 1, handed over to local clubs in March 2025 at a cost of $14 million, delivered four new rectangular fields, a baseball diamond, turf and synthetic cricket wickets, irrigation, lighting, two new amenities buildings, and resurfacing of 14 netball courts. Stage 2A has secured a $4.6 million federal government commitment to fund detailed master planning plus drainage and irrigation upgrades at Barton Field.Remaining stages, estimated at a further $25 million, are planned to add a grandstand, additional cricket nets, a car park, and further lighting, with the goal of creating a regionally significant team sports facility for competitions such as state championships.
1,222 residents of Jewells are employed, from a labour force of 1,258. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 60.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,233, about 90% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Jewells maintains a skilled local workforce with strong participation in essential services and a low unemployment rate of 2.9%, based on statistical area figures aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 1,222 residents were employed, while local unemployment sat 1.2% lower than the 4.1% recorded for Regional NSW, alongside workforce participation matching Regional NSW at 60.6%. Census data also indicated that a moderate 24.4% of workers operated from home, though pandemic lockdown measures should be kept in mind. Local employment is predominantly concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
Construction shows an especially heavy presence, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for virtually no local workers, trailing the 5.3% benchmark for Regional NSW. A comparison between the Census working population and resident counts highlights limited workplace opportunities within the immediate locality. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM statistical data shows that across the 12 months to March 2026, the local labour force contracted by 0.9% as employment dropped 1.9%, pushing the unemployment rate up by 1.1 percentage points. Across Regional NSW over the same period, employment fell by 0.9%, the labour force shrank by 0.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.5 percentage points. Future workforce demand can also be gauged via Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26 across five and ten-year horizons mapped to local industry structures. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these weightings to the Jewells workforce indicates indicative local job growth of 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, serving as an illustrative projection that does not factor in localized demographic changes.
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Median household income in Jewells is $1,732 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $788 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,055 a year against an average of $72,060. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Postcode ATO figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that the suburb of Jewells recorded a median taxpayer income of $55,055 and an average of $72,060. These earnings exceed national norms as well as Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Factoring in a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 brings estimated income levels to roughly $60,737 (median) and $79,497 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, Jewells registered moderate household, family, and personal income positions between the 47th and 48th percentiles.
The primary income bracket comprises 29.5% of earners making $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (732 residents), closely mirroring the 29.9% share in the metropolitan region. Households retain 85.0% of earnings after housing costs, placing the area in the 6th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Jewells had 914 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,160 a month. Rent absorbs 26.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential stock in Jewells at the latest Census was comprised of 89.7% separate houses and 10.3% other dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Regional NSW recorded 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stood substantially higher than the regional benchmark at 46.9%, with 44.2% of properties held under a mortgage and 8.9% occupied by tenants. Median housing payments were considerably elevated relative to Regional NSW, with monthly mortgage commitments at $2,160 versus $1,733, and weekly rents at $450 compared to $330. Across Australia, Jewells exceeds national medians of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for rental rates.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Jewells counted 914 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 39% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up 81.1% of the local community, consisting of 38.5% couples without children, 33.3% couples with children, and 9.1% single parent arrangements. Non-family living situations account for the remaining 18.9%, comprising 16.4% lone person residences and 1.8% group homes. Average household occupancy stands at 2.6 people, exceeding the 2.4 average for Regional NSW.
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20.7% of adults in Jewells hold a university qualification, including 15.5% with a bachelor degree and 2.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 275 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,024 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment profiles in the area show that 20.7% of residents hold university qualifications, trailing the NSW benchmark of 32.2% and highlighting scope for targeted educational development. Bachelor degrees represent 15.5%, graduate diplomas account for 2.8%, and postgraduate degrees stand at 2.4%. Vocational pathways remain prominent, with 43.0% of individuals aged 15+ possessing technical credentials, divided between advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 31.5%. Formal study engagement is substantial, with 25.9% of the local population actively participating in education. This cohort includes 10.1% attending primary school, 6.5% enrolled in secondary education, and 2.9% engaged in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Jewells reaches 29 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 590 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport connectivity in Jewells is facilitated by 29 active stops offering bus connections across 22 distinct routes, providing 588 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit infrastructure is strong, with residents situated an average distance of 179 meters from the closest stop. Given the suburban setting, private vehicles serve as the primary commuting choice for 98% of travelers, with households holding an average of 1.7 vehicles. Additionally, 24.4% of residents worked remotely according to 2021 Census records. Transit service operations provide an average of 84 trips per day across the network, representing approximately 20 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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61.9% of residents in Jewells report no long-term health condition. 5.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes across Jewells are largely positive, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and medical diagnoses tracking close to national standards and showing typical rates of common conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is notably robust, encompassing roughly 55% of residents (~1,376 people), which surpasses the Regional NSW level of 51.9%. Arthritis and asthma are the leading diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 10.8 and 9.2% of the population respectively, while 61.9% of residents reported having no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Health measures for working-age residents align with broader population patterns.
Furthermore, 28.5% of the population is aged 65 and over (707 people), above the Regional NSW proportion of 23.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Jewells is largely Australian-born, at 90.7% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.8%) and Australian (30.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in Jewells sit below broader averages, with 90.7% of residents born in Australia, 95.5% holding Australian citizenship, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity represents the primary faith at 56.2% of the local community. The Jewish community shows the most pronounced relative presence at 0.2% of residents, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. Regarding parental ancestry, the most widespread backgrounds among Jewells residents are English at 33.8%, Australian at 30.4%, and Scottish at 9.4%. Other ancestral representations include Maltese at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%), and Macedonian at 0.3% (against 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Jewells is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 20.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Jewells carries a mature demographic profile, with AreaSearch August 2026 calculations showing 28.5% of the population aged 65+, compared to 23.3% in Regional NSW. As at August 2026, the estimated median age remains at 45, matching the 2021 Census level, sitting 2 years above the Regional NSW Census median of 43 and higher than the national Census benchmark of 38. Looking toward 2041, residents aged 25 - 44 are projected to experience the largest numerical increase, adding 29 people (5%) to reach 588, whereas younger brackets, middle-aged groups, and younger retirees are projected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Jewells
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 3 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,452 at the 2021 Census → 2,484 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12033). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.