Suburb comparison
Newcastle vs Wallsend — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Wallsend has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Newcastle
Newcastle
2300
Newcastle
Wallsend
2287
Choose Newcastle if...
- Socio-economic advantage score matters to you
- Newcastle leads on 3 of the 4 head-to-head metrics
Choose Wallsend if...
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
- School options within walking distance matter
Common questions
- Is Newcastle or Wallsend more expensive?
- Price data varies — check each suburb's page for the latest figures.
- Which is better for renters — Newcastle or Wallsend?
- Median weekly rent is $650/wk in Newcastle and $630/wk in Wallsend, making Wallsend the more affordable rental market.
- Is Newcastle or Wallsend at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Newcastle vs Wallsend?
- Newcastle has 1 school in the postcode, and Wallsend has 8. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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