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Fern Bay NSW 2295 — House Prices, Rent & Suburb Profile

Fern Bay is a suburb in New South Wales (postcode 2295). The median sale price is $985k (+268% since 2012). The median weekly rent is $745/week, a gross rental yield of about 3.9%. It has a population of about 4,046 (ABS Census 2021).

Median sale price
$985k
Median weekly rent
$745/week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
Population (2021)
4,046
Socio-economic (IRSAD %ile)
59

Median sale price trend

YearMedian sale price
2021$770,000
2022$930,000
2023$877,500
2024$950,000
2025$965,000
2026$985,000

Source: NSW Valuer General bulk property sales. Medians shown only where there are enough sales.

Median weekly rent by bedrooms

BedroomsMedian weekly rent
4+ bed$650

Postcode-level median (all property types). Source: NSW DCJ rental bonds.

Housing mix

Predominantly land (55% of recorded sales).

Demographics (ABS Census 2021)

  • Population: 4,046
  • Median age: 43
  • Median weekly household income: $1,435
  • Average household size: 2.4

Socio-economic profile (ABS SEIFA 2021)

  • IRSAD (relative advantage/disadvantage): score 1001 · 59th percentile in Australia
  • IEO (education & occupation): score 977 · 49th percentile

Higher score = relatively more advantaged. This is a socio-economic index, not a measure of school or teaching quality. Source: ABS SEIFA 2021 (CC BY).

Schools in Fern Bay

  • Fern Bay Public School · Primary School

Schools located within the suburb boundary. For catchments and results, see the official My School / NSW sources.

Transport

Nearest station: Newcastle Beach Light Rail (lightrail), about 7.4 km from the suburb centre.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median house price in Fern Bay?

The median sale price in Fern Bay NSW 2295 is $985,000, up 268% since 2012. Based on NSW Valuer General sales data.

What is the average weekly rent in Fern Bay?

The median weekly rent in Fern Bay (postcode 2295) is $745 per week. Source: NSW DCJ rental bonds.

What is the rental yield in Fern Bay?

The estimated gross rental yield in Fern Bay is about 3.9%, based on the median weekly rent relative to the median sale price.

What schools are in Fern Bay?

Schools located in Fern Bay include Fern Bay Public School.

Nearby suburbs

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Data: NSW Valuer General (sales & land value), NSW DCJ (rents), ABS Census & SEIFA 2021, TfNSW (transport). Figures are medians and estimates for general information only, not valuations or advice.