Suburb comparison
Newcastle West vs The Junction — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Newcastle West is $50/wk cheaper per week to rent; The Junction 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 West
2302
Newcastle
The Junction
2291
Choose Newcastle West if...
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
Choose The Junction if...
- Socio-economic advantage score matters to you
- School options within walking distance matter
- The Junction leads on 3 of the 4 head-to-head metrics
Common questions
- Is Newcastle West or The Junction more expensive?
- Price data varies — check each suburb's page for the latest figures.
- Which is better for renters — Newcastle West or The Junction?
- Median weekly rent is $700/wk in Newcastle West and $750/wk in The Junction, making Newcastle West the more affordable rental market.
- Is Newcastle West or The Junction 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 West vs The Junction?
- Newcastle West has 0 schools in the postcode, and The Junction has 4. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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