NSW · 2281

Pelican

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Pelican, NSW 2281.

Pelican, NSW 2281

About Pelican

Welcome to Pelican

Pelican is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia, located 25 kilometres (16 mi) from Newcastle's central business district across the entrance to Lake Macquarie from the town of Swansea. It was known as Pelican Flat until 1991.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Pelican, NSW 2281.

Population

874

residents (2021)

Median age

48

years

Household income

$1,448

median, per week

Median rent

$370

per week

Median mortgage

$1,785

per month

Mortgage / income

28%

comfortable

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

Education

Schools in Pelican

Government school catchment

Pelican Flat Public School

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Properties & amenities in Pelican

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Price map around Pelican

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Common questions

Pelican suburb FAQ

Is Pelican a good place to live?

Pelican is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 874 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Pelican?

Pelican has a population of 874 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 48.

What schools are in Pelican?

There is 1 school in or near Pelican, including Pelican Flat Public School.

What suburbs are near Pelican?

Suburbs near Pelican include Marks Point, Blacksmiths, Belmont South, Swansea Heads and Swansea.