Wakefield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wakefield, NSW 2278.
About Wakefield
Welcome to Wakefield
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wakefield, NSW 2278.
Population
144
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,281
median, per week
Median rent
$353
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Explore the area
Properties & amenities in Wakefield
Compare the area
Price map around Wakefield
Every listing for sale near Wakefield, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
Loading price map…
Nearby suburbs
Quick switch to nearby areas
Common questions
Wakefield suburb FAQ
Is Wakefield a good place to live?
Wakefield is a small-rural locality in the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia, situated 25 kilometres to the west of Newcastle. Wakefield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 144.
What is the population of Wakefield?
Wakefield has a population of 144 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What suburbs are near Wakefield?
Suburbs near Wakefield include Killingworth, Fassifern, Teralba, Awaba and Booragul.