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 trend
| Year | Median 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
| Bedrooms | Median 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
- Fullerton Cove 2318
- Stockton 2295
- Tomago 2322
- Williamtown 2318
- Salt Ash 2318
- Carrington 2294
- Newcastle East 2300
- Tighes Hill 2297
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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.