Kotara South
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Kotara South, NSW 2289.
About Kotara South
Welcome to Kotara South
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Kotara South, NSW 2289.
Population
1,267
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$2,230
median, per week
Median rent
$378
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Kotara South
$1.35m
10 Elvidge Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
14 Blackbutt Parade
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Kotara South
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Price map around Kotara South
Every listing for sale near Kotara South, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Kotara South suburb FAQ
Is Kotara South a good place to live?
Kotara South is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia 11 kilometres (7 mi) from Newcastle's central business district. Kotara South is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,267.
What is the population of Kotara South?
Kotara South has a population of 1,267 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What suburbs are near Kotara South?
Suburbs near Kotara South include Kotara, Hillsborough, New Lambton Heights, Garden Suburb and Charlestown.