Hamilton - Broadmeadow, NSW 2801
Where Newcastle's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Beach & coast
- $380/wk Median
- 41.0% Renters
Hamilton - Broadmeadow Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12.8k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $380
- To the CBD
- 8.1km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Hamilton - Broadmeadow Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Hamilton - Broadmeadow 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 12,772 residents and a substantial renter share (41.0%), it's a well-established part of the Newcastle rental market.
Around Hamilton - Broadmeadow
Hamilton - Broadmeadow Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Hamilton - Broadmeadow Esplanade
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Hamilton - Broadmeadow
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hamilton - Broadmeadow
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hamilton - Broadmeadow.
Is Hamilton - Broadmeadow a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Hamilton - Broadmeadow has a 41.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Hamilton - Broadmeadow family-friendly for renters?
Hamilton - Broadmeadow has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $380/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Newcastle.
How much does it cost to rent in Hamilton - Broadmeadow?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Hamilton - Broadmeadow is $380. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $380 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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