Suburb comparison
Nords Wharf vs Warners Bay — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Nords Wharf 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.
Lake Macquarie
Nords Wharf
2281
Lake Macquarie
Warners Bay
2282
Choose Nords Wharf if...
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
- School options within walking distance matter
Choose Warners Bay if...
- Warners Bay leads on 2 of the 3 head-to-head metrics
Common questions
- Is Nords Wharf or Warners Bay more expensive?
- Price data varies — check each suburb's page for the latest figures.
- Which is better for renters — Nords Wharf or Warners Bay?
- Median weekly rent is $675/wk in Nords Wharf and $680/wk in Warners Bay, making Nords Wharf the more affordable rental market.
- Is Nords Wharf or Warners Bay 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 Nords Wharf vs Warners Bay?
- Nords Wharf has 5 schools in the postcode, and Warners Bay has 4. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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