Belmont - Bennetts Green, NSW 2429
A coastal pocket of Newcastle where the weekend starts with a swim.
- Beach & coast
- $360/wk Median
- 22.2% Renters
Belmont - Bennetts Green Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.9k
- Median age
- 44
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 7.2km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Belmont - Bennetts Green Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Belmont - Bennetts Green sits among Newcastle's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 17,864 residents and a solid minority renter share (22.2%), it's a well-established part of the Newcastle rental market.
Around Belmont - Bennetts Green
Belmont - Bennetts Green Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Belmont - Bennetts Green Foreshore
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Belmont - Bennetts Green
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Belmont - Bennetts Green
Real questions renters ask before moving to Belmont - Bennetts Green.
Is Belmont - Bennetts Green walkable?
Belmont - Bennetts Green carries a walkability score of 8.4/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Belmont - Bennetts Green a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Belmont - Bennetts Green has a 22.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How far is Belmont - Bennetts Green from the Newcastle CBD?
Belmont - Bennetts Green is approximately 15km from the Newcastle CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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