NSW · 2290

Gateshead

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gateshead, NSW 2290.

Gateshead, NSW 2290

About Gateshead

Welcome to Gateshead

Gateshead is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 12 kilometres (7 mi) from Newcastle's central business district on the eastern side of Lake Macquarie. It is part of the City of Lake Macquarie East ward, and is home to a number of primary and high schools and a private hospital. Gateshead is named after Gateshead, a town in North East England.

Market snapshot

Gateshead property market

Median price ranks #2,162 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 43%

Median sale price

$810k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$660

per week

Gross rental yield

4.2%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$680k

Median

$810k

Premium

$969k

Days on market

12

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

27

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +4.9% / yr over 4 yrs

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Gateshead by dwelling type.

House86%
Townhouse14%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Gateshead, NSW 2290.

Population

3,121

residents (2021)

Median age

35

years

Household income

$1,232

median, per week

Median rent

$300

per week

Median mortgage

$1,705

per month

Mortgage / income

32%

stretched (>30%)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Gateshead

Government school catchment

Lakeside School

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Wiripaang Public School

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Hunter Sports High School

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Independent & Catholic schools

St Mary's Catholic College

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Recent results

Recently sold in Gateshead

$830k

24 Plane Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$863k

12 Church Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.70m

53 Church Street

house3 bd

Sold ~June 2026

$1.70m

Address withheld

house3 bd

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

Explore the area

Properties & amenities in Gateshead

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Compare the area

Price map around Gateshead

Every listing for sale near Gateshead, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.

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Common questions

Gateshead suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Gateshead?

The median house price in Gateshead, NSW is $810k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.7%.

How much is rent in Gateshead?

The median weekly rent in Gateshead is around $660 per week.

Is Gateshead a good place to live?

Gateshead is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,121 and 4 schools in the area.

What is the population of Gateshead?

Gateshead has a population of 3,121 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.

What schools are in Gateshead?

There are 4 schools in or near Gateshead, including Lakeside School, Wiripaang Public School and Hunter Sports High School.

How long do homes take to sell in Gateshead?

Properties in Gateshead take around 12 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Gateshead?

Entry-level properties in Gateshead start around $680k, while premium homes reach $969k.

What suburbs are near Gateshead?

Suburbs near Gateshead include Charlestown, Windale, Whitebridge, Mount Hutton and Kahibah.