Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill, NSW 2952
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Waterfront
- $450/wk Median
- 43.0% Renters
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.2k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 9.7km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a close-knit suburb of 9,171 people, 43.0% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $450 that reflects its position in the Newcastle market.
Around Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill Beach
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill
Real questions renters ask before moving to Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill.
Is Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill walkable?
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill carries a walkability score of 8.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill family-friendly for renters?
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $450/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Newcastle.
How far is Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill from the Newcastle CBD?
Wickham - Carrington - Tighes Hill is approximately 3km from the Newcastle CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 13-28 minutes.
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