Charlestown - Dudley, NSW 2666
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $390/wk Median
- 25.9% Renters
Charlestown - Dudley Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 25.3k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $390
- To the CBD
- 4.6km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Charlestown - Dudley Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Renters drawn to Charlestown - Dudley usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a busy, well-established suburb of 25,254 people, 25.9% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $390 that reflects its position in the Newcastle market.
Around Charlestown - Dudley
Charlestown - Dudley Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Charlestown - Dudley Foreshore
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Charlestown - Dudley
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Charlestown - Dudley
Real questions renters ask before moving to Charlestown - Dudley.
How much does it cost to rent in Charlestown - Dudley?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Charlestown - Dudley is $390. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $390 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Charlestown - Dudley family-friendly for renters?
Charlestown - Dudley has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $390/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Newcastle.
What's the community like in Charlestown - Dudley?
Charlestown - Dudley has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 25,254, giving the suburb a busy, well-established feel.
Is Charlestown - Dudley a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Charlestown - Dudley has a 25.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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